Diamond jewellery sales in India set to increase 15% - 20% on sharp rise in gold prices

Indian diamond jewellery retailers anticipate a 15% - 20% increase in sales during the 2026 festive season, driven primarily by the sharp rise in gold prices which prompts consumers to consider diamond jewellery in more affordable price range...

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South Africa mining output falls 12.7% in August on weak PGMs, coal and iron ore

South Africa's mining output declined 12.7% year-on-year in August, according to Statistics South Africa, with platinum group metals, coal, and iron ore accounting for the largest negative contributions.

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Aterian expands copper footprint at Azrar project in Morocco

Aterian has identified multiple copper showings and substantially expanded the known mineralisation footprint at the Amane Target of its 85%-owned Azrar Copper-Silver project in Morocco, following initial exploration fieldwork.

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Russia’s Ministry of Natural Resources identifies region with largest platinum and palladium deposits

Russia retains second place globally in terms of platinum and palladium reserves, while the largest deposits of these metals are concentrated in Krasnoyarsk Territory, according to the Russian Ministry of Natural Resources.

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Tharisa meets FY2026 guidance, Karo Platinum fully funded as net debt swings to $51m

Tharisa has reported full-year production in line with guidance for both platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome concentrates, while confirming its Karo Platinum project in Zimbabwe is now fully funded following a $300 million bond issue.

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De Beers Brings Back “A Diamond Is Forever” For Brand-Building Campaign

17 november 2021

(jckonline.com) - De Beers is bringing back its classic “A Diamond Is Forever” slogan for a new global ad campaign, which execs call one of its most ambitious in years. However, unlike past “Forever” campaigns, which promoted the entire industry, the new “I Do” ads will tout only De Beers and its brands. It’s all part of the diamond giant’s new strategy, which takes its historically siloed marketing initiatives—including jewelry brand Forevemark, now called De Beers Forevermark; the De Beers Jewelers retail chain; and its still-being-tested code of origin — and puts them under one overarching brand umbrella.