SourcingSep 01, 2015
In 2014, Russia was world’s No. 1 diamond producerData for 2014 published recently by the Kimberley Process shows that the Russian Federation topped Botswana in diamond production last year, in both volume and value terms.
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MajorsSep 01, 2015
Liquidation sale to begin soon for 3 Romano’s storesThe Romano’s Jewelers stores in Culver City, Northridge and Downey, Calif. have closed, with a single liquidation sale slated to begin in mid-October.
OtherAug 31, 2015
To brand or not to brand?Should jewelers ditch big-name labels and start promoting their store’s heritage as the “real brand?” Columnist Peter Smith dives into the great debate.
SourcingAug 31, 2015
Tiffany closes diamond polishing plant in NamibiaThe company’s subsidiary, Laurelton Diamonds, has shuttered Laurelton Reign Diamonds and laid off the plant’s 157 workers.
SurveysAug 31, 2015
Specialty jewelers see strong growth in JuneWhile U.S. fine jewelry and watch sales, as well as sales from multi-line retailers, were down, specialty jewelers bucked the trend.
OtherAug 30, 2015
What you might have missedHere are the top five stories on NationalJeweler.com from Aug. 23 to 29, according to Google Analytics.
OtherAug 30, 2015
RJO launches nonprofit foundationThe initial goal of the Retail Jewelers Organization’s foundation is to offer scholarships and/or grants for its members.
FinancialsAug 27, 2015
Signet comps up 4 percent in Q2Boosted by the continued integration of Zale and a strong performance from bridal jewelry, Signet reported an increase in both same-store sales and total sales in the second quarter on Thursday.
FinancialsAug 27, 2015
Second quarter sales flat for TiffanyThe company noted that comps and total sales were about equal to the prior year in the Americas due to the negative effect of the strength of the U.S. dollar and lower foreign tourist spending, leading to a tempered full-year earnings forecast.
FinancialsAug 27, 2015
Movado sales up 1 percent in weak watch marketA challenging retail environment was offset by selective price increases and source improvements in the supply chain to slightly bump sales for Movado in its second quarter.
OtherAug 26, 2015
Jewelry Night Out scheduled for SeptemberThe WJA’s annual event will offer attendees not only the chance to network, but also apply for or renew their memberships for the one-time price of $99.
OtherAug 26, 2015
Colombia to host new emerald symposiumFedesmeraldas, the Colombian Emerald Federation, is organizing the first international gathering of emerald-producing countries this fall to address issues facing the industry.
TechnologyAug 26, 2015
How to get sales out of social mediaDisplaying the best part of your brand, building trust and providing value are essential to making social media profitable, Likeable Local’s Evan Seto explains.
SurveysAug 26, 2015
Strong sales expected for holiday seasonMarket research company Emarketer said retail sales could reach $885.7 billion in the U.S. in November and December, a nearly 6 percent increase year-over-year.
OtherAug 25, 2015
Appointments: London Jewelers, Bergio and the DDCLondon Jewelers named a new SVP of business development while the DDC re-elected President Reuven Kaufman for another term.
OtherAug 24, 2015
Designer’s Diary: The price of going overseasJacqueline Stone asked a Facebook forum of jewelers if they would outsource their work to companies overseas, and shares the range of responses it drew.
OtherAug 24, 2015
Upcoming events to cover gemstones, syntheticsThe ASA’s webinar will explore “archaeogemology,” while the CGA’s annual conference focuses on synthetic and enhanced gemstones and their detection.
OtherAug 23, 2015
What you might have missedHere are the top five stories on NationalJeweler.com from Aug. 16 to 22, 2015, according to Google Analytics.
OtherAug 23, 2015
Trends and tips among Stuller’s blog contentThe manufacturer’s new blog will be regularly updated with content that includes technical tips, how-to videos and look books.
OtherAug 23, 2015
Fruchtman Marketing named a Google PartnerThe marketing firm now is an official partner for the technology company, and also has launched a web-based data service called “Stream My Brands.”
TrendsAug 23, 2015
New award recognizes excellence in antiques industryThe Antiques Young Guns U.S.A. program has added an inaugural award to its offerings, which will be handed out in November during the Pier Antique Show.
OtherAug 20, 2015
NAJA names associate director of educationDeborah Finleon of DJF Appraisal Services was appointed to associate director of the chair of education at the organization this week.
MajorsAug 20, 2015
Tiffany&Co. to tackle New Zealand marketThe retailer will open a new store in a historic building in Auckland, New Zealand late next year, marking the company’s first entry into the country.
EditorsAug 20, 2015
14 lessons to learn from AmazonAll week my best friend, who is six months pregnant and pretty much confined to her home due to the 90-degree-plus heat, has been eagerly texting me links to stories that have been published online following The New York Times article on the workplace culture at Amazon.
FinancialsAug 19, 2015
More chains report modest gains in Q2 salesAn increase in foot traffic helped boost same-store and total sales for Target, Walmart and T.J. Maxx’s parent company in the second quarter.
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