Category: Industry

Edward Asscher to Run for Another Term as RJC Vice Chair

The longtime diamond exec has served in the role for four years.

US Jewelry-Business Closures Slow in First Quarter

159 companies shuttered in 2026, versus 212 during same period a year ago.

Diamond Market Cautious Amid War Impact

1-carat RAPI down 1.7% in March.

Kering Unveils Creative Residency Program

Inaugural cohort of 10 Chinese designers will focus on fashion and jewelry.

Gemologists Launch AI-Aided Gemstone Lab  

SIG will have locations in Switzerland and Hong Kong.

Jewelry Retail Is on Display in Rapaport Magazine’s April Issue

Latest edition takes the pulse of the consumer market and shares store-owners’ strategies.

NDC Dubs April 8 Diamond Day

Council invites companies in the industry to share a unified message celebrating the enduring value of natural stones.

JA Names 2026 GEM Award Winners

Mark and Candy Udell receive Lifetime Achievement honor.

Spotlight on Pricing: Rapaport Magazine’s Annual Report

What drove the diamond market in 2025? The latest issue digs into the numbers.

Grandview Klein Diamonds Opens New Facility in South Africa

De Beers sightholder reaffirms commitment to responsible sourcing and local beneficiation.

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