The National Retail Federation is bullish on the holidays, forecasting retail sales to exceed $1 trillion this year.
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These were the five most-read stories on National Jeweler last week, according to Google Analytics.

New York--These were the five most-read stories on National Jeweler last week, according to Google Analytics.
1. Sears, Macy’s Announce Even More Store Closings
The former will shutter 103 doors early this year while the latter has announced the location of 11 more stores it is shutting down.
2. Sterling Suing Alex and Ani for Breach of Contract
Sterling Jewelers Inc., operator of the Jared the Galleria of Jewelry chain, is suing the Providence, Rhode Island-based bangle brand for breach of contract.
3. The Most Powerful Golden Globes Jewels
Exquisite emeralds and beautiful diamonds shone against the sea of black dresses donned to make a statement at the recent awards show.
4. Signet Sees 5% Drop in Holiday Comps
Kay and Jared stores turned in the worst performance, as the retailer continued to grapple with credit issues.
5. Alexis Kletjian Forges Personal Connection with First Store
The designer spoke to National Jeweler about empowering herself and her business by taking retail into her own hands.
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Late collector Eddy Elzas assembled “The Rainbow Collection,” which is offered as a single lot and estimated to fetch up to $3 million.

At the 2025 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto sported a custom necklace made by California retailer Happy Jewelers.

Roseco’s 704-page catalog showcases new lab-grown diamonds, findings, tools & more—available in print or interactive digital editions.

The brand’s seventh location combines Foundrae’s symbolic vocabulary with motifs from Florida’s natural surroundings.


The retailer also shared an update on the impact of tariffs on watch customers.

Pink and purple stones were popular in the AGTA’s design competition this year, as were cameos and ocean themes.

From educational programs, advocacy, and recent MJSA affiliation, Jewelers of America drives progress that elevates businesses of all sizes.

All proceeds from the G. St x Jewel Boxing raffle will go to City Harvest, which works to end hunger in New York City.

Courtney Cornell is part of the third generation to lead the Rochester, New York-based jeweler.

De Beers also announced more changes in its upper ranks ahead of parent company Anglo American’s pending sale of the company.

Former Signet CEO Mark Light will remain president of Shinola until a replacement for Ulrich Wohn is found.

Kindred Lubeck of Artifex has three rings she designed with Anup Jogani in Sotheby’s upcoming Gem Drop sale.

The company focused on marketing in the third quarter and introduced two new charm collections, “Pandora Talisman” and “Pandora Minis.”

The jewelry retailer raised its full-year guidance, with CFO Jeff Kuo describing the company as “very well positioned” for the holidays.

Ahead of the hearing, two industry organizations co-signed an amicus brief urging the court to declare Trump’s tariffs unlawful.

Smith cautions retailers against expending too much energy on things they can’t control, like the rising price of gold.

Citrine and topaz are birthstones fit for fall as the leaves change color and the holiday season approaches.

The family-owned jeweler will open its fourth store in Florida in late 2027.

The NYPD is looking for three men who stole a safe and jewelry valued at $3.2 million from the home of a jeweler in Jamaica Hills, Queens.

The trade organization also announced its executive committee and five new directors.

The “Have a Heart x Diamonds Do Good” collection is championed by model and humanitarian Flaviana Matata and will benefit her foundation.

The ring, set with a nearly 17-carat Kashmir cabochon sapphire, sold for $1 million.

This “Mother Father” spinner necklace from Heavenly Vices Fine Jewelry draws inspiration from Victorian Era jewelry.

The suspects were rounded up in Paris and its suburbs on Wednesday night, but none of the stolen jewels were recovered with them.

Experts share top tips on how to encourage positive reviews and handle negative feedback.

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