The Jewellery Boom, Explained | The Debrief

Editor’s NoteAmid a broader luxury slowdown, jewellery stands out as a resilient category. This article explores why consumers are increasingly…

Auction Sales Fall 6% in the First Half, Raising Fears of an Art Market Shift

Editor’s NoteAs auction sales decline for a third consecutive year—down 44% from mid-2022—this article explores the paradox of record wealth among…

【China】LV’s ‘Big Ship’ Struggles to Carry LVMH: Performance Decline, Privacy ‘Leaks’, Luxury Giant May Sail into Era of Cost-Effectiveness

Editor’s NoteThis article discusses LVMH’s reported revenue and profit decline in H1 2025, highlighting a contrast between high-profile marketing…

【China】China to Put Alipay, Tenpay Under Tighter Anti-Money Laundering Scrutiny

Editor’s NoteChina’s central bank is proposing a major overhaul of its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework, aiming to…

【Mexico】INDEP to Auction Houses, Cars, Jewelry, and Other Assets Seized from Crime: When and How to Participate

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the upcoming electronic auction by the Institute for Returning to the People What Was Stolen (INDEP), featuring…

【Tokyo, Japan】Publication of ‘100 Words to Appreciate Jewelry’: A Book to Immerse Yourself in the World of Jewelry and Want to Talk About It

Editor’s NoteThis article announces the upcoming release of “100 Words to Appreciate Jewelry,” the second volume in Shoeisha’s “100 Words” series….

【USA】Does the New Certification Stance Affect Lab-Grown Diamonds?

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the importance of transparent marketing practices in the jewelry industry. As trade groups have reminded…

【China】AML Regulatory Upgrades in Full Swing

Editor’s NoteChina’s central bank has intensified anti-money laundering oversight this year, penalizing multiple financial institutions while…

【Miami, Flori】Sean Kingston’s Mother Sentenced to 5 Years After Duo Found Guilty of Fraud

Editor’s NoteThis article details the sentencing of singer Sean Kingston’s mother, Janice Turner, following their joint conviction on fraud and theft…

【Tokyo, Japan】BVLGARI to Hold Exhibition at National Art Center, Tokyo, Featuring First-Time Displays Outside Italy Including Jewelry and Immersive Art

Editor’s NoteThis autumn, BVLGARI unveils a vibrant retrospective in Tokyo, showcasing nearly 350 pieces that trace its chromatic legacy. The…