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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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Working in Team with Celebrities
04 november 2008
Madonna’s fifties anniversary is one of the most prominent events in the world of celebrities in August. To mark the occasion, her name was repeatedly mentioned along with the names of the most popular jewelry brands. In particular, it was mentioned that her husband Guy Ritchie ordered for her a Bulgari diamond necklace worth half a million dollars.
Promoting Bridal Jewelry
03 november 2008
The new report released by a Web site committed to market research for the wedding goods industry proves that the nearest five years are expected to give a 13.4% rise in engagement and wedding ring sales in the United States.
Salmon or Gold
31 october 2008
Last year, the World Wildlife Fund conducted a research project which produced results making possible to declare Tiffany the only top retailer sticking to such principles in jewelry ethics that surpassed the industry standards by their rigidity. In general terms, the research findings were criticized by experts and the industry mass media. However, there was no one to contest the superiority of the American company in this field.
Use of Internet Technologies
30 october 2008
JCK Online reported that according to a study of the jewelry consumer market performed by the JCK–Harrison Group based on an “unaided recall” pattern consumers were more often apt to recall the names of jewelry retailers than those of manufacturing brands.
Hammering the Globe with Crisis
29 october 2008
On October 23-26, 2008, Moscow’s Crocus Expo, an international exhibition center, hosted the 3d International Exhibition of Jewelry and Arts & Crafts “Golden Globe.” Rough&Polished asked the participants of this event to share their views on how the world financial crisis was projected onto the activities of Russian and foreign jewelry manufacturers and merchants.
