Suzanne Watkin

Suzanne is a News Writer at Rapaport. She reports on the diamond and jewelry industry, mining, manufacturing, retail and auctions.

De Beers Jewellers Rebrands as De Beers London 

Company also launches new “Portraits of True Brilliance” campaign.

Rebounds in US and Japan Drive Swiss Watch Exports

Shipments grew 4.1% in January.

GJEPC Names Kirit Bhansali as Chairman 

He will serve a two-year term, after which Shaunak Parikh will take over the role.

Céline Assimon Steps Down as CEO of De Beers Jewellers 

After nearly five years with the company, she will leave at the end of the month.

Asian Star Sales Steady in Weak Diamond Market 

Revenue from segment down 1% year on year in third fiscal quarter.

US Retail Sales See Post-Holiday Slip in January 

Figure down 0.9% at $723.9 billion for the month.

Richemont Changes Up Top Jewelry Lineup

Jérôme Lambert will be CEO of watchmaker Jaeger-LeCoultre, while three maison chiefs will join luxury group’s senior executive committee.

NDC Survey Finds Meghan Markle Has Most Popular Celebrity Engagement Ring 

Other stars ranked in the top five were Mila Kunis, Adele, Princess Kate and Zendaya.

London Diamond Bourse Launches Platform to Connect Industry 

CiviGem allows professionals in the trade to network, share knowledge and gain support.

Average Price of Natural-Diamond Jewelry Rises in 2024 

Figure up 2.7% at $2,360 across all product categories.
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Suzanne Watkin

Rapaport Junior News Writer
Suzanne is a News Writer at Rapaport. She reports on the diamond and jewelry industry, mining, manufacturing, retail and auctions.