DIAMOND GEMS WEEKLY

I must admit, as someone not directly involved in diamond trading, this turbulence can be fun to analyze. That’s not to say I’m not...

We’ve got a busy week coming up in the diamond and jewelry industry. Mind you, there has been a lot going on in terms of events and...

The Inhorgenta Munich show provides an interesting perspective of the European gem and jewelry trade and has grown in stature in recent years. Most interesting from my perspective is its education program which always presents a diverse and engaging range of discussions. The program at this year’s show, which took place from February 21 to 24, was no different. View the full range of presentations on the show’s YouTube page: Inhorgenta Munich. These three stood out for me

My head is spinning there have been so many fantastically newsworthy developments in the diamond industry this week. ‘ All I Really Want...

Here’s a bit of a confession: I have a mixed relationship with the jewelry trade show circuit. Some I love, while others I simply fail to see the added value. Well, among my favorites is the VicenzaOro show. And the highlight for me there is always the Trend-Forecasting seminar produced by The Futurist herself, Paola De Luca. I mean, talk about added value! While I was unable to attend in person this year, I finally managed to watch this year’s event, and it hardly disappoi

Image: Interior of a redesigned Jared store. (Signet Jewelers) The largest shareholder in Signet Jewelers is calling for the board to...

Trading Affairs ​ The Government of Botswana and De Beers signed the agreements outlining their partnership. The 25-mining agreement...

Hello, my name is Avi Krawitz, and I’m addicted to De Beers. It’s been four days since I last wrote about the company, and two weeks...

Diamond Marketing: Part 2 Image: A promotional asset used in the De Beers ‘Forever Present’ campaign. The company's marketing is...

I confess I’m in a bit of a data mood. I know, it happens to the best of us closet nerds... just kidding, my nerdiness is fully out in...

Oh boy, Valentine’s Day, and my fragile childhood memories resurface... Working in the diamond industry, and the role that I have taken...

Natural Diamond Council: What were the most popular natural diamond shape, color, clarity, size in 2024? Which had the strongest growth? I am very proud to have worked on this report with the Natural Diamond Council and Tenoris. Great insights about trends and consumer preferences regarding natural diamonds in 2024. Download the report here: Natural Diamond Trends: A 2024 Overview

Rapaport Magazine: Ahmed Bin Sulayem burst into the diamond scene in the early 2000s and since then has gradually raised his profile, along with Dubai’s. As chairman of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and the Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE), he is looking out for his city’s interests both at home and on the world stage. And as chairman of the Kimberley Process, Bin Sulayem ranks among the scheme’s fiercest defendants. I had the opportunity to interview Bin Sulayem

Well, apparently, they finally did it. De Beers and the Government of Botswana announced Monday morning that they’ve concluded their...

Rapaport Magazine: My trip to Dubai in November was an eye-opener for me, leading to a deep dive into what has stimulated growth in the Emirati city’s diamond trade. Dubai’s central location and favorable business conditions have helped push it to prominence as a diamond-trading hub. But there’s more to the story, as I learned while researching the article, which was featured in the January-February issue of Rapaport Magazine. Read the article here: Dubai’s Meteoric Rise Imag

Mining Matters ​ Petra Diamonds agreed to sell its 75% stake in Williamson Diamonds Ltd., owner of the Williamson mine in Tanzania, for...

The slowdown in China continues to impact the diamond trade. The slump in Chinese demand has presented a major shift in the market in...

Wishing you a great week ahead as we approach the end of the month. Can you believe that? And I’m still hearing “Happy New Year”...

National Jeweler: The industry's webinar circuit once again began the year with National Jeweler's “My Next Question” webinar exploring prospects for the fine jewelry market. Great insights from: Sherry Smith, director of business development at the Edge Retail Academy (image top right), Edahn Golan, managing partner at Tenoris (bottom right), David Bonaparte, president and CEO of Jewelers of America (bottom left), and Moderator Michelle Graff, editor-in-chief at National J

I’m thrilled to unveil my new website and branding. Have a look around and let me know what you think. The site is a work in...