【Michoacán, M】Avocado – Superfood with a Controversial Environmental Footprint
Editor’s NoteThe global appetite for avocados has significant environmental and social consequences in producing regions, from deforestation to water…
Retail & Market
【Toyonaka, Os】Market for Gas-Synthesized Artificial Diamonds Expands, Also Aiming for ‘Ultimate’ Semiconductor Material
Editor’s NoteThis article explores the rise of lab-grown diamonds, which are now a significant industry. While their use in affordable jewelry is…
【Persian Gulf】Looking Back at the History of Natural Pearls: A Market That Enriched the Persian Gulf Region Long Before Oil
Editor’s NoteThis article explores the fascinating historical “pearl war” of the early 20th century, a geopolitical contest over the prized pearls of…
【Geneva, Swit】Watches to Watch: The Most Beautiful New Watch Releases of 2025
Editor’s NoteAgainst a backdrop of global uncertainty, the watch industry’s premier event in Geneva struck a note of cautious optimism. This report…
【South Korea】Pure Gold Jewelry Manufacturing and Branding Company Up for M&A
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses a notable M&A opportunity involving a domestic pure gold jewelry maker known for its craftsmanship and…
【Geneva, Swit】Largest Blue Diamond in Auction History, Once a Treasure of Indian Nobility
Editor’s NoteA historic blue diamond, potentially the most expensive ever sold at auction, will go under the hammer in Geneva next month. We examine…
Doner Media Wins Ross-Simons Media Agency Business
Editor’s NoteThis article announces Ross-Simons’ appointment of Doner Media as its official media agency, outlining the scope of the new partnership….
【Hanoi, Vietn】Vietnam Gold Price Hits Record High Twice in a Single Day Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the surge in Vietnam’s gold prices to record highs, driven by global economic uncertainty linked to U.S. tariff…
【Antwerp, Bel】First Industry ‘Sentenced to Death’ by Tariffs: Shipments Plummet to Just 14%
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the severe impact of recent U.S. tariff measures on the global diamond industry, highlighting a dramatic decline…
【Antwerp, Bel】Reciprocal Tariff Clouds Bring Diamond Industry to a Standstill; Antwerp’s Shipments Drop to One-Seventh
Editor’s NoteThe global diamond industry, valued at $82 billion, is facing unprecedented disruption as trade tensions and tariffs take a severe toll….