A year ago, we highlighted three issues that would be important for the diamond and jewelry industry during 2024. How did these develop throughout the year, and what’s in store for 2025? Rapaport ...

Zambia has reintroduced a 15% export duty on all precious gemstones, posing a major hurdle for Gemfields, which operates the country’s Kagem emerald mine. The government revoked the 2019 duty ...

There were more carats than celebrities on the red carpet at the 2025 Golden Globes on Sunday, with statement necklaces and intricate brooches capturing the spotlight. From oversize diamond chokers to ...

Ethical Metalsmiths has elected industry veteran Brandee Dallow as president, succeeding Christina Malle. Dallow, who took up the position on January 1 for a period of two years, currently serves as ...

Hong Kong retail sales fell in November as consumers spent less on luxury items, but the decrease eased from October. Revenue from jewelry, watches, clock and valuable gifts dropped 5% year on year to ...

Anita Diamonds CEO Chirag Shah joined the Rapaport Diamond Podcast to explain how the Antwerp-based polished dealer has achieved growth despite difficult trading conditions. The company’s revenues ...

US online spending was strong over the holiday season, reaching a record high as consumers took advantage of steep discounts, according to Adobe Analytics. Total online sales for the ...

Qatar will launch a new diamond and gem conference as it works to integrate into the industry. The Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference, which will take place from January 29 to 31, will ...

RAPAPORT PRESS RELEASE, January 7, 2025, Las Vegas… The diamond market was stable in December, with holiday sales matching the industry’s modest expectations. Rapaport reduced prices on the Rapaport ...

De Beers and the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) have established a joint program to support India’s natural-diamond trade, providing education and promotional assets. Through the new ...

Mercedes Abramo has exited her role as deputy chief commercial officer at Cartier after more than 16 years with the company. Abramo, who joined the company in 2008 as director of its New York flagship ...