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Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales
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Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales

October 16, 2026 | 0 comments
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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx
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Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury

Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury
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GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree
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Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

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Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods
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Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

by Carolina Lopez | October 12, 2026
Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide
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Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide

by Carolina Lopez | October 10, 2026
Holiday Jewelry Packaging Enhances Gift Perceived Value
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Holiday Jewelry Packaging Enhances Gift Perceived Value

September 30, 2026
De Beers Unveils Faster Diamond Screening Machine at Hong Kong
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De Beers Unveils Faster Diamond Screening Machine at Hong Kong

September 21, 2026
Switzerland shines as top winter escape
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Switzerland shines as top winter escape

September 10, 2026
InStyle Fashion Show Arrives in Hong Kong April
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InStyle Fashion Show Arrives in Hong Kong April

September 9, 2026

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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx
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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

Titanium aviation watch blends rugged design with pilot-friendly features
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Titanium aviation watch blends rugged design with pilot-friendly features

Gold Prices Surge as Lab-Grown Diamond Costs Drop
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Gold Prices Surge as Lab-Grown Diamond Costs Drop

Family jewelry businesses often fail over hidden succession conflicts
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Family jewelry businesses often fail over hidden succession conflicts

Virginia Family Jeweler Marks 75 Years of Legacy
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Virginia Family Jeweler Marks 75 Years of Legacy

Diamond Markets

Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury

Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury

October 14, 2026

Pandora Names New CFO and North America President

October 9, 2026
Pandora Names New CFO and North America President
Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

October 6, 2026

NYC Jewelry and Antique Show Returns This November

September 25, 2026
NYC Jewelry and Antique Show Returns This November
New Jersey Jewelry Stores Hit by Smash-and-Grab Robberies

New Jersey Jewelry Stores Hit by Smash-and-Grab Robberies

September 22, 2026

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Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales

October 16, 2026
Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales
Gem Sourcing

GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

October 13, 2026
GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree
Gem Sourcing

Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold

October 7, 2026
Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold
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Major jewellery groups pull out of Sydney fair

October 6, 2026
Major jewellery groups pull out of Sydney fair
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Jewelry industry leaders honored at AGS awards

September 30, 2026
Jewelry industry leaders honored at AGS awards
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Jewelers lobby for tariff relief and retail crime crackdown

September 19, 2026
Jewelers lobby for tariff relief and retail crime crackdown

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George Brown Suspends New Jewellery Program Enrollments

George Brown Suspends New Jewellery Program Enrollments

by Ignacia Vera

According to the Polytechnic, ongoing financial pressures and operational constraints, combined with an unstable education system, have made continued operation unsustainable. George Brown Polytechnic Halts New Enrollment in Jewellery Programs for 2027-28 Effective immediately, George Brown Polytechnic will no longer accept new applicants for its jewellery-related programs beginning with the 2027-28 academic year. The institution attributes this move to evolving federal immigration policies targeting international students, financial viability concerns, and…

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Jewellery retailers adopt AI to streamline visuals

by Ignacia Vera
Jewellery retailers adopt AI to streamline visuals

Artificial Intelligence is dominating conversations within the jewellery retail industry. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating conversations in the retail industry, particularly in jewellery businesses. However, much of the discussion remains disconnected from the daily realities of these businesses. Retailers are hearing plenty about consumer-facing tools, but less about how technology can relieve operational bottlenecks in content production, customization, and visual consistency. Jewellery businesses are now quietly adopting automation and AI…

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False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

by Ignacia Vera

Hackensack police confirmed no injuries after a jewelry theft triggered a mall-wide lockdown on Tuesday. Photo: Andry Sasongko/Pexels A smash-and-grab robbery at Bloomingdale’s in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Tuesday created confusion after the sound of a shattered jewelry display case led to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire. Police later confirmed no shots were fired, but the alarm triggered a SWAT team deployment and mall-wide lockdown before officers determined it was…

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Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales

Jewelry retailers blend digital discovery with in-store sales, balancing online exploration and...

Francisca Fuentes • Oct 16, 2026 • Gem Sourcing
Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales

Jewelry Retailers Blend Digital Discovery with In-Store Sales

Y ellow gold remains the dominant metal choice, reported by 94% of respondents, while 90% say custom requests are increasing. Jewel360 has released its State of the Jewelry Industry Report, detailing how independent retailers blend digital engagement with hands-on...

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service to drive sales. The findings highlight a clear division between online discovery and in-person purchasing. Nick Gurney, general manager of Jewel360, explained that while customers increasingly explore options through digital platforms, the actual buying decision remains rooted in personal...

GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

Four GTA jewellers targeted in coordinated overnight smash-and-grab thefts, raising concerns over...

Ignacia Vera • Oct 13, 2026 • Gem Sourcing
GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

I mage generated by ChatGPT. Four jewellery stores in the Greater Toronto Area have been targeted in a series of coordinated overnight break-ins over the past week, prompting warnings about escalating theft risks for retailers. Police are examining separate...

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incidents in Mississauga, North York, Yorkville, and Scarborough, all following an identical approach to bypassing security measures and accessing unprotected stock. No items were stolen, though the specific entry method remains unconfirmed by authorities. The store’s alarm system activated, forcing...

Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide

Men's jewellery surges in popularity worldwide with luxury pieces and statement designs.

Carolina Lopez • Oct 10, 2026 • Auction Watch
Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide

Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide

M en favour stainless steel Damascus cuffs with inlays. Men's jewellery is experiencing a surge in popularity, with self-purchasing on the rise and a growing interest in luxury pieces. According to the report, men are no longer limiting themselves...

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to traditional wedding bands and watches, but are instead adopting a wide range of styles and designs. One notable trend is the evolution of bracelets into statement pieces, with men favouring designs that balance complexity with everyday wearability. Stainless steel...

Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold

Canadian jewellery industry battles rising gold prices and tariffs as US shipments...

Francisca Fuentes • Oct 7, 2026 • Gem Sourcing
Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold

Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold

A s the world continues to react to the changing political and technological landscape, jewellers continue to find ways to persevere and meet ever-changing consumer demands. Canada has confronted a series of obstacles lately, marked by unparalleled worldwide incidents...

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and political instability. These circumstances have shown up in the costs of gold, gasoline and food, prompting shoppers to ask when relief might come. The State of Trade 2026 report notes that shipments to the United States fell 3.7 percent...