Gold-buying counters receive finished objects, not raw metal. A broken chain might be refinery feed, but an unfashionable ring can carry a maker’s mark or period detail that makes it worth more intact. Treating every piece as scrap risks destroying retail margin, while treating every mark as conclusive risks paying for plated, filled, weighted, or … Read more
Kering has announced a strategic reshuffle at the head of two of its Italian jewellery maisons, naming Charlotte Fournet as Chief Executive Officer of Pomellato and Krizia Cucurachi as Chief Executive Officer of DoDo, effective 15 September 2026. Both leaders will be based in Milan and will report directly to Jean-Marc Duplaix, Group Chief Operating … Read more
The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) will celebrate its 100th anniversary with the unveiling of two original works by Canadian visual artist and jewellery designer Reena Ahluwalia during the opening day of the 2026 CIBJO Congress in Vicenza, Italy. The presentation, set for September 4 to coincide with Vicenzaoro, marks a cultural highlight of the centenary … Read more
Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla Launch Iconic Jewels Collection with Dimple Kapadia Indian couture stalwarts Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla are extending their creative universe into fine jewellery with the launch of Iconic Jewels, their debut jewellery label. The campaign and the launch film are led by veteran actor Dimple Kapadia, whose long-standing collaboration with … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez brought global attention to high jewellery at their recent wedding in Portugal, when Rodríguez wore pieces from Chopard’s acclaimed Queen of Kalahari collection. The appearance showcased one of the most remarkable contemporary diamond stories, blending rare gemstones, expert craftsmanship and modern red-carpet style. For the couple’s private civil ceremony in … Read more
Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company (PNJ), one of Vietnam’s leading jewellery firms, received a significant boost after police investigators found no evidence that the company participated in illegal diamond importation or distribution during a widening smuggling probe. The development provides a degree of reassurance to investors and customers who were unsettled by the allegations … Read more
Kalamandir Jewellers has reinforced its position in the platinum jewellery market with the opening of what it calls India’s largest Platinum Experience Zone at its new flagship store in Vadodara. The dedicated space is designed to showcase a broad range of platinum pieces and to present the metal as a versatile, everyday option rather than … Read more
GJEPC Welcomes Tax Reform to Boost India’s Role in Rough Diamond Trade Senior leadership from the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met with Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on 17 August to express appreciation for a significant tax reform aimed at strengthening India’s position in the international rough diamond … Read more
Pandora posted modest growth in the second quarter of 2026, with like-for-like sales rising 1%, while demand for its lab-grown diamond jewellery weakened noticeably. The Danish jewellery group reported revenue of DKK 7.22 billion (about US$1.10 billion), a 2% increase at reported exchange rates and 3% organic growth compared with the same period last year. … Read more
Panerai Lags as Luxury Watch Market Recovers The recent recovery in the luxury watch market has exposed a notable weakness in Richemont’s portfolio: Panerai is not participating in the renewed demand that is boosting several of its peers. While the broader secondary market gains momentum, Panerai’s price performance and trading activity remain subdued compared with … Read more
