Category: Industry

Trump Puts Diamonds on List of Potential Tariff Exemptions

Executive order won’t remove most import duties (yet).

MJSA Hands Out $9K in Scholarships to Jewelry Design Students

Group will award $2,250 to each of four individuals pursuing a career in the industry.

Jewelers Overwhelmingly Fear Tariff Impact on Holiday Sales

Although nearly 90% feel high duties will hurt business, most do not expect to supplement with lab-grown or gemstones.

FCRF Debuts Printed Rarity Report for Fancy-Color Diamonds

Organization expands documents from members-only to entire industry.

Andre Messika Rewards Namibian Employees with Payout 

Local workers hold a 25% stake in the company through a trust.

US Court Nixes Most of Trump’s Tariffs – Again 

Taxes will remain in place until October 14 to give president time to appeal to Supreme Court.

Travis Kelce Proposes to Taylor Swift with Cushion-Cut Diamond Ring 

The antique-style stone on a yellow-gold band has an estimated value of $750,000.

GIA Clarifies New Guidelines for Lab-Grown Certificates 

To earn Premium grade, stones must have D color and at least VVS clarity.

Will US Tariffs Affect the Holiday Season for Jewelry Retailers? 

Share feedback with us on what’s happening in your store.

Loupe Holes: How the Diamond Industry Is Tackling Tariffs 

The August issue of the Rapaport Research Report outlines the trade’s options, from expediting exports to seeking out low-duty routes.

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