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De Beers transfers initial BWP 1 billion contribution to Botswana’s Diamonds for Development Fund
De Beers has transferred its initial BWP 1 billion ($73 million) contribution to the Diamonds for Development Fund, marking a major milestone for the initiative designed to support Botswana’s long-term economic diversification.
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Valterra Platinum's refined PGM output falls 41%, sales decline 27%
Valterra Platinum's refined platinum group metal (PGM) production decreased by 41% to 576,900 ounces for the third quarter ending 30 September 2026.
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Swiss watch exports rise 11.7% in September, driven by sharp U.S. shipments increase
In September, the value of Swiss watch exports grew by 11.7% compared to the same period last year, reaching 2.226 billion Swiss francs ($2.74 billion). This marks the fourth consecutive month of growth.
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New $1.8bn copper smelter under construction in Kazakhstan
Construction of the Aktogay copper smelter has begun in the Abai Region of eastern Kazakhstan. The $1.8 billion project is being implemented by the KAZ Minerals group.
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Anglo American appoints Anne Wade as senior independent director
Anglo American has appointed Anne Wade as senior independent director, effective immediately.
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Is China going crazy after gold reserves?
09 december 2009
Once again, China is making news on the hottest commodity—gold. China, the largest producer and consumer of the yellow metal these days, has announced that it wants to build up gold reserves. And how much? China says the country is eager to step up gold reserves to a massive 10,000 tonnes in the next 10 years.
Jewelry and Diamond Trade Shows Flourish despite Recession
08 december 2009
International jewelry, diamond and gemstone trade shows in the Far East have been flourishing despite the downturn in the US and European economies, heralding the first signs of economic recovery, particularly in Asian markets.
Holiday study: Emotion matters as rich spend less
07 december 2009
Affluent and wealthy American families are less worried about money and more optimistic about the future, but they'll still downsize their holiday gift budgets this year, choosing to buy items that hold meaning, according to a recent study.
How jewelry lands on the red carpet
04 december 2009
To decipher the world of red-carpet placements, National Jeweler visited Los Angeles a week before the 2009 Primetime Emmy Awards for a behind-the-scenes look at the celebrity placement game for jewelry. While such placements clearly mean big bucks - and big exposure - for the designers whose loaned-out pieces land on the ears and necks of a Demi Moore or an Anne Hathaway, they need not be the only beneficiaries. With a little bit of initiative, insiders say, retailers and other designers can jump in.
Platinum in China Hit 1/3 of Global Sales
03 december 2009
According to the report released by Johnson Matthey, platinum consumption by the jewellery market in China reached 54 tons. This is 80% up on the previous year, and now China’s platinum sales account for 1/3 of this kind of jewelry sold across the globe.
