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 If you are a retailer, stop by the booth for a Free access to GemFind.net for one complete year, a value of $900.
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| Vegas preview: Betting on silver
By Catherine Dayrit National Jeweler May 26, 2010
 To catch the mainstream consumer demographic with more comfortable price points--and at better margins--retailers at the Vegas shows are likely to stock up on the metal that has become the talk of the year: silver. With Las Vegas Market Week fast approaching, retail jewelers are spending a last couple of days examining their inventory and fine-tuning their shopping lists. >>>
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| Consumers' Perceptions Are Driving Jewelry Sales By Alexandra Zendrian Forbes.com May 27,2010
 As consumer sentiment improves, expect jewelers like Tiffany, Zale and even loose stones to dazzle investors. Forbes: Tiffany's stock is up more than 100% from a year ago, but Zale seems to have reached its peak in October and then slid since with a slight uptick recently. What do you make of jewelry companies now? How do you think consumer discretionary areas like jewelry will do the rest of this year? >>>
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Grading labs gear up for Las Vegas
National Jeweler May 27, 2010
 As Las Vegas Market Week approaches, the industry's grading laboratories are prepping to introduce new reports, products and services.Here's a look at what the labs are offering in Las Vegas: The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will once again be hosting a career fair in conjunction with the Vegas shows. >>>
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Survey: Online Shopping on the Rise
The Israeli Diamond Industry News May 26, 2010
Consumers are regaining confidence in the market's economic recovery and are steadily increasing their retail spending, a Deloitte survey said. According to Deloitte, 55% of consumers think the economy has started to recover from the recession, and 64% indicate their household financial situation is the same or better compared with a year ago. >>>
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| Hit the Road, Jack...during JCK Las Vegas
By JCK Staff JCK Online.com
 Relaxation in Las Vegas does not have to mean just a week of clubs, gambling, and eating. Step outside for a breath of fresh desert air and see the sights that the area surrounding the city can offer. If you plan on taking guided tours, some advance reservations may be needed.>>>
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GILC gives verdict on glass-filled ruby disclosures
National Jeweler May 26, 2010
Following months of discussion and debate about what jewelers should say when selling lead glass-filled rubies to consumers, the Gemstone Industry and Laboratory Conference (GILC) ruby committee--which held a meeting about the issue during the Tucson gem shows in February--has reached an agreement on disclosure. >>> |
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Gold demand to strengthen in 2010
Professional Jeweler.com May 26, 2010
 European demand for gold will be strong in 2010, according to a report delivered today by the World Gold Council (WGC). The Gold Demands Trends report revealed that global gold demand will be robust this year driven by growing demand for jewellery in India and China, as well as an increase in European and US investment buying. >>>
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| ass="MsoNormal" style='margin-bottom:7.5pt'>Top Bridal Jewelry Trends jewelry.com May 24, 2010
 Buying an engagement ring and wedding band are arguably the most important jewelry purchases you'll ever make. And while the classic solitaire and solid gold band will always be in style, there are many other designs brides and grooms-to-be can choose from with both celebrities and the everyday consumer this year. >>>
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What Drives You to Make Art?
By Helen Driggs Jewelry Making Daily May 31, 2010
 I often wonder where art making comes from. I know I can't not do it, especially when there is an insistent need to. That need wells up from deep inside my chest when I am looking far away or far inside and I feel as if I will explode with violent force if I am prevented from acting upon it.
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| Five Rules for Building Business with Social Media
By Daniel Kehrer Business.com
 Lots of small businesses - especially new ones - are jumping into social media be
cause it's the hot thing to do. But achieving results is something else entirely. You need a strategy and framework for creating the kind of experiences consumers want and demand in the digital era, says Rick Mathieson, vice president for Silicon Valley-based Creative Advertising & Interactive Media and a leading voice on digital marketing. >>> |
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Botswana Wary Of Eurzone Crisis' Impact on Diamond Trade
By Roe Kalb The Israeli Diamond Industry Blog May 31, 2010
The Eurovision 2010 song contest that took place last Saturday evening was pretty joyful, but reflects only a momentarily escape from the financial crisis plaguing Europe. Emerging economies such as China, Brazil and India seem to have escaped the global financial crisis and continued their growth, but for the ones who are dependant mostly on export of a unique luxurious natural resource, like diamonds and gems, thing might look different.>>> |
| Defuse Unhappy Customer Comments
Jewelers of America May 26, 2010
 Whether you've embraced the web or not, your business can still feel the impact of a negative customer review on websites such as Yelp.com. According to BIGresearch, a consumer market intelligence firm, 92.5% of adults say they regularly or occasionally research products online before buying them in a store. >>> |
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