The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has entered a new chapter in its 85-year history with the election of Charlotte Rose as its first female president, marking a landmark moment for the UK-based institution and sending a strong signal to the global diamond trade. Her election represents both a symbolic and practical shift toward more diverse … Read more
Pune, June, 2026: Solitario unveiled its most spiritually inspired creation yet, the Divine India Collection, at an elegant evening that blended devotion, innovation, artistry and culture. Held in Pune and attended by a cross-section of the city’s cultural and social circles, the launch marked a notable milestone in Solitario’s journey and coincided with the birthday … Read more
The custom-crafted diamond was conceived to honor Sanghavi’s role in Gujarat’s development and his support for the diamond sector. Surat: In a distinctive gesture celebrating Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, ISGJ Jewellery College and diamond technology firm Lexus SoftMac have collaborated to produce a 10.07-carat premium brown diamond sculpture fashioned as a side-profile likeness … Read more
U.S. Retail Sales Hold Up in May as Consumer Spending Remains Resilient Consumer spending in the United States remained resilient in May, with retail sales extending their streak of monthly gains despite ongoing economic pressures such as higher fuel costs, tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty. The continued growth underscores that household demand for goods has stayed … Read more
Rolex Raises Prices on Gold Watches Amid Rising Precious Metal Costs Rolex has applied another round of price increases to its gold watch collections, underscoring the resilience of the ultra-luxury segment even as demand for luxury goods shows signs of moderation in some markets. This adjustment is the brand’s second notable price revision in 2026 … Read more
Bonhams New York Exceptional Jewels Auction: Rare Burmese Ruby Necklace Tops Sale A spectacular diamond necklace centered on a rare Burmese ruby emerged as the standout lot at Bonhams New York’s Exceptional Jewels auction, selling for an exceptional $2.178 million and far exceeding market expectations. The result drew attention from collectors, dealers and gemstone specialists, … Read more
SKY × Forevermark Limited Edition Pendant: Forevermark and Suryakumar Yadav Unite Luxury, Sport and Collectability De Beers’ Forevermark has entered the intersection of luxury, sport and collectability with the launch of the SKY × Forevermark Limited Edition Pendant, created in collaboration with Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav. The limited collection positions diamonds as enduring symbols … Read more
India’s capital markets regulator has launched a significant enforcement action against gold exporter and refiner Rajesh Exports Ltd., citing major inconsistencies in the company’s reported revenues and raising concerns about corporate governance, financial transparency, and fund management. In an interim order issued this week, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) said the Bengaluru-based … Read more
Instore has acquired the well-known JA New York trade shows from Emerald Holding, a move aimed at revitalizing a long-standing platform in the jewellery industry. Financial terms were not disclosed. This purchase signals a notable change in the U.S. jewellery trade show scene. Instore says it plans to reposition JA New York as a central … Read more
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which came into force on June 1, 2026, represents a major advance in economic ties between the two countries. It creates broader trade and investment opportunities across diverse sectors such as gems and jewellery, textiles, engineering goods, pharmaceuticals, agriculture and services. Signed in December 2025 after more than … Read more
