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Richemont, Signet in talks to join De Beers consortium – report
Luxury group Richemont and US retailer Signet Jewelers are in advanced talks to join the Global Diamond Consortium (GDC) bidding for De Beers, according to five people familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reports.
16 october 2026
Rio Tinto begins Q4 of 2026 with strong operational performance
The Anglo-Australian mining group Rio Tinto has reported its third-quarter 2026 results, highlighting strong operational performance.
16 october 2026
Silver market deficit to widen in 2026 - report
In the latest World Silver Survey prepared by the Silver Institute and Metals Focus, the global silver market deficit is forecast to widen for the sixth consecutive year to 46.3 million ounces.
16 october 2026
Tharisa signs PGM offtake deal with Valterra Platinum, expands chrome collaboration
South Africa’s Tharisa has entered a binding arrangement for the sale of PGM concentrate to Rustenburg Platinum Mines, a subsidiary of Valterra Platinum, effective 1 January 2027.
16 october 2026
Norilsk hosts Nornickel’s 3rd Geology and Mine Surveying Forum
The 3rd Geology and Mine Surveying Forum, organized by Nornickel, has kicked off in Norilsk. The event continues to grow in scope, this year bringing together representatives from universities, equipment suppliers, design teams, mining companies, and...
16 october 2026
What I Learned at the 2017 American Gem Society Conclave (Part 1)
(jckonline.com) - The American Gem Society Conclave took place at the Loews Hollywood Hotel, just five minutes from my home, which made it convenient to do the important things: eat and drink my way around the neighborhood. Not only did I host out-of-towners for cocktails on my deck (a fun group led by my dear friend, publicist Michelle Orman), but I also got a chance to meet up with jewelry friends at several great local restaurants. Besides the fact that I need to show some restraint at the dinner table this week, I learned a slew of things at Conclave, easily the most worthwhile jewelry retail education event of the year.
