Jewelry thefts rise in Ontario Quebec
Jewelry thefts rise in Ontario and Quebec with smash-and-grab robberies and weapon attacks targeting retailers.
Hinna Azeem Balances Business and Family Life
Hinna Azeem balances her CEO role with family life, starting her day at 5 a.m. for reflection and planning.
Middle West Partners buys Lugano Jewelry after bankruptcy
Middle West Partners acquires Lugano Jewelry after bankruptcy, expanding its luxury retailer portfolio with a court-approved asset sale in 2026.
Sean Dunn Inducted into Retailer Hall of Fame
Retailer Hall of Fame inductee Sean Dunn turned his modest Florida family shop into a recognized jewelry brand, earning the 2026 honor for growth.
Podcast Honors Jewelry Designer Cindy Edelstein’s Legacy and Impact
Enduring impact of jewelry designer Cindy Edelstein, honored in a special podcast episode marking her legacy in the industry.
India’s first ICA-GemLab opens in Surat
India’s first ICA-GemLab opens in Surat in October 2026, offering gemological testing for diamonds, colored gemstones, and finished jewelry to strengthen supply
AGTA and Thai Officials Push for Trade Agreement
AGTA meets Thai officials in Bangkok to expedite the U.S.-Thailand trade agreement, crucial for gemstone and jewelry component sourcing.