US Jewelry Business Closures Continue to Ease

Only 80 companies shuttered in the second quarter of 2026, compared with 174 a year ago.

GIA Detects Penetration Twinning in Natural Diamond

Vivid-orangey-yellow rough stone displays symmetrical intergrowth of two crystals of the same mineral.

India Passes 15-Year Tax Exemption for Overseas Rough Sellers

Namibia delegation visits Mumbai to explore direct diamond trade.

Asian Star’s Sales Dip Amid Drop in Diamond Demand

Revenue from segment down 11% year on year in first fiscal quarter.

Mountain Province’s Sales Improve

Figure up 18% year on year to $31.3 million in second quarter.

US Retail Sales Slip in July

Spending down 0.6% from previous month to $763.6 billion.

Former TSL Procurer Accused of Stealing Diamonds from Suppliers

Hong Kong jeweler has recompensed those who lost money.

GIA Examines Color-Treated Purple Diamond

3.93-carat, type Ib rough stone displays interesting growth patterns.

Market Comment: August 13, 2026

Upbeat IIJS ends amid positive domestic demand, and strong traffic and trading.

Pandora’s Revenue Rises in Second Quarter

Sales up 2% year on year to $1.11 billion.

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