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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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Recession in Italian Jewelry Sector
31 march 2009
The future of enterprises in the jewelry sector of Italy is under a threat. There are no doubts about it for Fabio D'Onofrio, Secretary of the Italian Jewelry Federation (FIOG), being part of Confesercenti nazionale, who on the eve of the 46th edition of the Orocapital Event (dedicated to the Rome Fair in March) shared his views on the state of affairs in this industry with Italian media-agency Labitalia.
Luxury-goods makers embrace sustainability
30 march 2009
To many people, "sustainable luxury" is a term that might best be found in the dictionary under the entry for oxymoron, says International Herald Tribune in a report about the conference dedicated to the advent of this new concept into production.
Consumers Need Greater Tanzanite Exposure
26 march 2009
Tanzanite may have been discovered four decades ago, but not all American consumers know the exotic East African gemstone when they see it, a consumer survey finds.
How to Invest in Gold
25 march 2009
Three well-known Western experts advise to invest in gold in the global financial and economic crisis environment.
Russian Jewelry Market Trends
24 march 2009
What is to be done to make Russian jewelry a maximum success in demand? Over one half of the respondents said it was necessary to improve the quality of jewelry pieces, while 43% were in favor of lower prices and 37% demanded changes in design.
