Suspect self‑deports after $100M US jewelry heist — recovery risk
Federal immigration allowed a suspect in a $100M jewelry heist to self‑deport to South America, raising recovery, insurance and inventory risks for US jewellers.
Duchess of Rothesay’s sapphires in Scotland signal quiet‑luxury cue
Royal use of sapphires and diamonds in Scotland highlights demand for subdued, high‑quality coloured stones — a strategic cue for US luxury retailers and wholesalers.
Pandora named top consumer sustainable brand — retail implications
At Davos, Corporate Knights placed Pandora second overall and top consumer brand — a reputational ESG asset that could shift US retail assortments, pricing and investor interest.
Natural Diamond Council adds ENDIAMA & SODIAM — signals value lift
Membership of ENDIAMA E.P. and SODIAM E.P. strengthens the Natural Diamond Council’s ability to protect natural-diamond value and supply‑chain integrity—important for US retailers and investors.
Indian diamond and jewellery stocks draw trader capital in 2026
Indian diamond and jewellery equities are drawing trader capital in 2026. Opportunity for returns, but watch margin, supply and policy risks for investors.
Aesha Scott details engagement ring — signals bridal trend shift
Below Deck’s Aesha Scott revealed personal details about her engagement ring from Scott Dobson — a celebrity reveal likely to nudge quiet‑luxury bridal demand.
Rachel Zoe’s divorce ring sparks shift in US accessory demand
Rachel Zoe’s divorce ring joins a rising Hollywood trend — an opportunity for US jewelers to capture post‑bridal demand with quiet‑luxury pieces.
CBG attendees: 2025 held up; concerns rise for 2026
Exhibitors and buyers at the Continental Buying Group show in Aventura, Fla., said 2025 was relatively good but warned of inventory, demand and margin risk for the year ahead.
Hublot’s Coal Blue Big Bangs push mineral tones — retailer appeal?
Hublot unveils a ‘coal blue’ mineral palette across Big Bang and Spirit of Big Bang—titanium chronographs, Unico and HUB4700 calibres and diamond‑set tiers for retail margins.
Divorce rings surge after Emily Ratajkowski — retail opportunity?
Celebrity‑led ‘divorce rings’ are creating a new retail niche—jewellers report rising demand and a merchandising opportunity for minimalist, small-scale bands.
David Yurman GEM Grant names five finalists, signals market boost
JA has named five finalists for the inaugural David Yurman GEM Awards Grant — a strategic investment in emerging designers that could reshape buying and inventory priorities.
SZA’s Diamond Vans at Louis Vuitton: An Heirloom Signal?
SZA’s diamond‑studded Vans stole Louis Vuitton’s Paris show—an intersection of high jewellery craft and sneaker collectibility that retailers should monitor for premium demand.