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  Scheduled to explore emerging trends, revolutionary visions    Trendvision Jewellery + Forecasting, Vicenzaoro/IEG’s independent observatory that monitors global trends in the jewellery and watch industry, officially launches its first Roadshow . The travelling initiative will take the most advanced luxury forecasts to major international trade shows on the global gold and jewellery calendar and to the most prominent high-end events to explore the emerging trends that will shape the future of luxury and jewellery.    The Trendvision Roadshow will offer highly valuable content for all the industry’s professionals. At each stop, it will develop the most significant themes in its The Jewellery Trendbook, the publication that, for more than 20 years has contained the style forecasts for the following 18 months, essential for jewellery industry insiders to develop content and strategies for the coming seasons. And those themes will be adapted to the taste and socio...

  Online conversation by the GC on 17 November 2025    The Goldsmiths’ Centre [GC] invites makers, designers, and creative professionals to join Creative Links: AI and Jewellery – What are the opportunities? a thought-provoking online conversation on Monday 17 November 2025 from 6pm until 8pm exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the jewellery industry.    AI is rapidly transforming the creative landscape, and jewellers are increasingly asking: how can this technology extend creative practice, support design and making, and open new doors in marketing and storytelling? This event will demystify the role of AI in jewellery and offer insight into how small businesses and independent makers can embrace its potential confidently and creatively. Chaired by Lynne Craig, Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) at the Institute for Design Informatics, University of Edinburgh, the discussion brings together an expert panel of creative and technica...

Congratulates 2025 WJA Gabriel Love Foundation Winner Alli   Elizabeth Alli is a gemology student pursuing a Graduate Gemology degree through the online program at the Gemological Institute of America.  As an aspiring polymath, she is currently an established scientist in the field of cancer biology and pharmacology who wishes to transform her passion for jewelry and gems into a meaningful new career.   Initially inspired by her late father, Elizabeth developed an interest in the jewelry industry at a young age, and has since acquired an increasing appreciation for gemology and its unique capacity to combine both science and art.   She has an interest in using her gemology expertise to contribute to personalized jewelry and gift items in the luxury market that will benefit cancer research.  The WJA Gabriel Love Foundation Scholarship will provide the means for her to complete her degree as well as the potential to open doors for her future career go...

  The 16.10 carat Paraiba tourmaline center stone Necklace    The Talk to Me, Harry Winston Collection tells the story of the House through extraordinary one-of-a-kind jewels, capturing its glamour, artistry, and brilliance. Divided into three chapters, 1: King of Diamonds, 2: Rare Jeweler of the World & 3: Jeweler to the Stars, the collection celebrates the House’s unrivaled heritage and enduring vision. Each jewel is a dazzling conversation between past and present, illuminating the genius of Winston for today’s collectors. Focussing here, crowned the King of Diamonds, by Cosmopolitan magazine in 1947, Winston built his reputation on transforming the world’s most extraordinary gems into incredible jewels. From legendary diamonds to coveted rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, his discerning eye and daring acquisitions made his name synonymous with rarity and brilliance.    The art deco sapphire suite from the Talk to Me, Harry Winston Collection, this art...

  Investment demand grew impressively 20% & increase in value 74%   Recently the World Gold Council [WGC] released, India Gold Demand Data for the Q3 2025. In the context, Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, India, World Gold Council said, India's gold market in Q3 2025 showcased its inherent resilience and the significant impact of evolving price dynamics.    While total gold value surged impressively by 23% to Rs. 2,03,240 crores, gold demand volumes saw a  16% decline to 209.4 tonnes. This robust growth in value, driven by high average prices, strongly reaffirms gold's enduring appeal as a safe-haven asset. Investment demand, showed remarkable strength, increasing 20% in volume to 91.6 tonnes and a significant 74% in value to Rs. 88,970 crores.    This highlights a deepening strategic commitment among Indian consumers to gold as a long-term store of value. While jewellery demand saw a 31% volume decrease to 117.7 tonnes, its value remained largely stab...

  Gem Diamonds sales 22 830 carats in Q3 over Q2 2025    Gem Diamonds Limited provides the following trading update detailing the Group's operational and sales performance from 1 July 2025 to 30 September 2025 (Q3 2025). According to the key highlights,    1: Carats recovered during the Period were 22 268 (Q2 2025: 23 547).  2: Three greater than 100 carat diamonds were recovered during the Period and a 319 carat diamond was recovered after the Period, bringing the total year to date recoveries of greater than 100 carat diamonds to eight. 3: 22 830 carats were sold during the Period (Q2 2025: 23 932 carats), generating revenue of US$25.7 million (Q2 2025: US$23.5 million) and achieving an average price of US$1 124 per carat (Q2 2025: US$980 per carat). 4: Four greater than 100 carat diamonds were sold during the Period.  5: Two diamonds sold for more than US$1.0 million each, contributing US$2.3 million to revenue for the Period. 6: The highest...

  It has a twin impact opportunity and a sense of caution    The Federal Reserve has made the following decisions to implement the monetary policy stance announced by the Federal Open Market Committee [FOMC] in its statement on October 29, 2025:    The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System voted unanimously to lower the interest rate paid on reserve balances to 3.90 percent, effective October 30, 2025. As part of its policy decision, the Federal Open Market Committee voted to direct the Open Market Desk at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, until instructed.    Otherwise, to execute transactions in the System Open Market Account in accordance with the following domestic policy directive; Effective October 30, 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee directs the Desk to, available indicators suggest that economic activity has been expanding at a moderate pace.    Job gains have slowed this year, and the unemployment rate has edged...

  CIBJO report is gazing AI impact on the jewellery industry   A panel discussion at the 2025 CIBJO Congress in Paris has highlighted big AI-led changes to processes along the jewellery supply chain, with expectations of job losses in diamond grading and gemstone testing and the emergence of new roles in the industry.   The panel, moderated by Jewellery Outlook Editor David Brough, aimed to give insights on how AI will shape the future of the jewellery industry and impact employment along the supply chain. Stephane Fischler, Chair of CIBJO’s Technology Committee, presented the findings of a special CIBJO report looking at the impact of AI on the jewellery industry.   In the jewellery industry, the organisations that succeed in integrating AI creatively, strategically and ethically will see productivity soar while remaining firmly in charge of the decision-making process, he said. Software entrepreneur Jacques Voorhees told the panel about plans to devel...

  The roadshow is scheduled in Mumbai & Surat on November 21-22    In a message note, the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) announced their India Roadshow! In the note, John Hall, Interim Executive Director-RJC said, “We’re excited to announce our upcoming Standards Roadshow in India next month, where we’ll be connecting with members and supporters. India Roadshow - Join Us in Mumbai and Surat!” The Road Show is slated during the 21st & 22nd November 2025. This is a valuable opportunity for our Indian members to meet our team and learn more about the key updates to our standards, audit and certification processes. This event offers insights into recent developments that we have announced and provides a platform to engage with fellow industry leaders.    The session will also include a Q&A, followed by networking and lunch, offering a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of our evolving commitment to responsible practices in our indus...

  SSEF contributes to CIBJO Congress by participating actively    As part of a Swiss non-profit foundation, the Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF recognises its responsibility to go beyond laboratory services and to actively contribute to the integrity, transparency, and advancement of the gem and jewellery sector.    The 99th CIBJO Congress is currently taking place in Paris (27-29 October), marking a momentous gathering for the global jewellery industry as the World Jewellery Confederation enters its centenary year. With dynamic discussions on sustainability, standards, and transparency, this year’s congress highlights CIBJO’s enduring importance as the industry’s leading forum for collaboration and progress.  SSEF is proud to contribute actively through its participation in several commissions , reinforcing our shared commitment to scientific excellence, integrity, and responsible practices across the gem and jewellery sector.    Some e...