As the jewelry industry navigates a multitude of challenges, a quieter revolution is underway — led by consumers. They're dictating that jewelry is about identity, intention, and connection. Brands that fail to evolve risk being left behind. gjepc.org/solitaire/rede…

With Anglo American projecting a 1H loss for De Beers Group, and its planned 85% divestment unresolved, Botswana Government's leverage — and frustration — are rising. De Beers 2Q inventory drop may say it all. My latest editorial explores: thediamondpress.com/post/de-beers-…

De Beers posted a $303M 1H loss, but the bigger story is the context of Anglo American's planned exit from De Beers Group. Anglo CEO Duncan Wanblad offered some telling updates, including talks with buyers and the Botswana Government. I break it down in the latest Diamond Minute 👇

The new US reciprocal tariffs could reshape the global diamond pipeline, potentially affecting trade flows, manufacturing competitiveness, and how polished diamonds move through key trading centers. I unpack in my latest ‘Diamond Minute’ video 👇instagram.com/reel/DNBQRuEor…

President Trump’s move to impose ANOTHER 25% tariff on imports from India, to 50%, is a blow to India’s cutting and polishing sector and puts pressure on the entire diamond supply chain. I explain in today’s 'Diamond Minute' 👇

Is Brilliant Earth turning a corner? Its 2Q results sent mixed signals: Sales up 3% to $108.9M, but a net loss of $1.1M. Over the past six years, the jeweler has tripled its order volumes but cut average ticket prices by $1,000. I breakdown why in today's Diamond Minute 👇

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Are 0% tariffs on diamonds wishful thinking or a real possibility? High US tariffs on India threaten global supply chains. Can the industry convince Washington that diamonds qualify for an exemption? My column in GJEPC's Solitaire International explores gjepc.org/solitaire/the-…

The Catoca mine has sustained Angola’s diamond sector for 30 years. The mine marked its legacy last week with a special expo in Luanda. Here's my short analysis of the expo and the mine's impact in the latest Diamond Minute 👇

Diamond trading usually slows in August, but there was no shortage of news shaping the market. US tariffs, sanction waivers, earnings, magnificent diamonds, a wave of M&As, it was a busy month after all. My roundup of all the industry news in August 👉 thediamondpress.com/post/august-20…

Taylor Swift gave the diamond industry a boost well beyond the usual celebrity engagement bump. Her choice of diamond tells a deeper story about where value in diamonds truly lies. I explore these dynamics in my latest analysis on The Diamond Press👉 thediamondpress.com/post/taylor-sw…

The recent report by Arctida.io shows Russian diamonds are still finding there way to G7 markets despite sanctions. How effective are current sanctions at keeping Russian diamonds out of G7 markets?

Who’s making money in diamond mining? Among the public companies to have reported most saw losses in 1H'25. Only two were profitable, with a surprise leader. I break down the earnings, what they reveal about the the sector, and the path to recovery in today’s Diamond Minute. 👇

The dollar’s slide and gold’s record run are additional forces pressuring the diamond trade. While currencies and commodities may seem like peripheral factors, they do impact the diamond market, especially when a trend persists. Read my full analysis 👇thediamondpress.com/post/dollar-we…

The Special Report for Diamonds by CIBJO urges revisions to its Diamond Blue Book to sharpen terminology and limit the 4Cs to natural diamonds - Do current terminology guidelines sufficiently differentiate between natural and synthetic diamonds?

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The Botswana Government is bidding for a controlling stake in De Beers Group, with Anglo American’s 85% shareholding up for sale. But is it really in Botswana’s best interest to double down on diamonds t this time? My latest Diamond Minute explores 👉 instagram.com/reel/DPEYpvaDL…

How are you using AI? Is it just “Google on steroids,” or a tool to sharpen strategy, streamline operations, and gain an edge in the diamond and jewelry industry? Join the next Business of Jewelry Roundtable: “AI as a Strategic Partner.” Apply now: lp.hillandco.co/roundtable-app…

Four months after the Luanda Accord was signed, the Only Natural Diamonds hasn’t received its funding, leaving it unable to launch a holiday campaign or plan ahead for 2026. The AWDC sounded the alarm, with well-placed urgency explained in my latest piece 👉 thediamondpress.com/post/release-t…

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