Report: Tiffany-LVMH deal on the rocks
LVMH’s $16 billion acquisition of Tiffany & Co. could be in danger due to the deteriorating situation in the U.S. market, according to a report published Tuesday June 2 by WWD.
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De Beers to hold sight 5 from mid-June
De Beers is set to conduct sight 5 from June 15 in Botswana, South Africa and Namibia, according to impeccable sources privy to the goings on.
International creative contest for children and teenagers “Our diamonds are for our future”
Organizers: The editorial staff of the Rough & Polished web portal. Sponsor: AGD Diamonds. The writing contest will start on April 15 and end on June 15, 2020.
Forevermark expands e-commerce, launches capsule collection
Forevermark is expanding its website’s capabilities and launching a bridal capsule collection in collaboration with a well-known stylist, executives announced at the recent, virtual Forevermark Forum.
World’s leading diamond producers launch new ‘Natural Diamond Council’
Press release – Organization formerly known as ‘Diamond Producers Association’ relaunches under a new name with a new consumer facing identity and digital platform called, ‘Only Natural Diamonds’.
Surat diamond-cutting sector reopens
The Indian government has allowed diamond businesses in Surat to reopen with limited staff numbers following concerns the shutdown was causing an exodus of workers.
DPA to rebrand, abandon ‘Real Is Rare’
The Diamond Producers Association (DPA) has revealed plans for a radical overhaul that will see it change its name and drop the “Real Is Rare” tagline.
The Strategy Committee of ALROSA Supervisory Board recommends downward revision of 2020 production guidance
Press release – The Strategic Planning Committee of ALROSA’s Supervisory Board consisting of Supervisory Board members nominated by the Company’s key shareholders and also of independent directors reviewed options to cut spending and optimise production as proposed by the management and recommended that the management be guided by proposals envisaging lower output.
This survey shows a Mother’s Day demand for jewelry
A recent survey shows the pandemic didn’t negate Mother’s Day gifting for jewelry lovers this year.
Watch: 100 years of engagement rings in 3 minutes
Looking for something new to watch that’s fun and fast (and less controversial than “Uncut Gems”)?
Sally Morrison becomes De Beers’ PR director for natural diamonds
Sally Morrison is getting back to nature.
Exports restart at India’s Bharat Diamond Bourse
Mumbai has dispatched its first diamond exports since India’s lockdown started, after the regional government allowed limited activities to resume at the city’s Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB).
