【Antwerp, Bel】Diamonds in Turmoil: Sanctions Against Russian Stones Cripple the Industry
Editor’s NoteNew EU sanctions on Russian diamonds, effective March 1, are causing significant customs delays and supply chain disruptions in Antwerp,…
Retail & Market
【South Korea】(‘M&A Big Hand’ MBK’s Profile)③ “Cost Reduction Alone Isn’t Enough… The Limits of PEFs”
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the potential sale of the Japanese jewelry brand Tasaki by MBK Partners to a consortium of private equity firms….
【France】Retail Jewelry and Watchmaking Salaries as of March 1, 2024
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the implementation of a new salary scale for the retail jewelry and watchmaking sector, effective March 1, 2024,…
【Japan】Nescafé Excella ‘Refreshingly Uplifting’ New Commercial to Air Nationwide Starting May 22nd
Editor’s NoteNestlé Japan has launched a new nationwide TV campaign for its Nescafé Excella instant coffee, featuring actress Yukino Kishii. The…
【Geneva, Swit】Christie’s Holds 2 Sales Despite Cyberattack
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on Christie’s successful auction events in Geneva, which proceeded as scheduled despite a significant website…
【Johannesburg】Anglo American Announces Plan to Sell De Beers, the World’s Largest Diamond Company
Editor’s NoteAnglo American has announced plans to divest De Beers, the world’s largest diamond company, as part of a strategic refocus on core…
【Event Announcement】All 2024 3D Printer New Products to be Unveiled! Manufacturing Solutions Day
Editor’s Note3D Systems Japan is set to unveil its entire 2024 product lineup at its upcoming ‘Manufacturing Solutions Day’ event, held in…
【Dubai, Unite】Kimberley Process Addresses Global Diamond Trade Challenges in Dubai
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the opening of the UN-mandated Kimberley Process intersessional meeting in Dubai, highlighting urgent calls for…
【Kimberley, S】Plunge in Diamond Prices Puts Market Leader De Beers in Distress
Editor’s NoteThe diamond industry is undergoing a profound transformation. As this article details, the era of predictable prices and market control…
【Yangon, Myan】How to Choose a Legitimate Gemological Report Amidst the Surge in Colored Gemstone Prices
Editor’s NoteThis article provides an overview of the Gem Research Myanmar Lab (GRM), a key gemological institute based in Yangon. Founded in the…