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Titan Company makes its Geneva Debut and Unveils Two Novelties for the Occasion. 

Reading Time: 6 minutes Key takeaways • Titan Company made its debut in Geneva to introduce Indian craftsmanship to the international high-end watch community. • The company launched two premium novelties, the Edge Ultraslim Mechanical and the Nebula Genesis Starburst, to demonstrate its technical and design capabilities. • A new luxury watch brand positioned in the high horology segment is scheduled to launch in the second half of 2026 with a price band up to 50,000 CHF. (GENEVA) – Titan Company Ltd., India’s largest watch manufacturer, is present this week in Geneva for the first time — choosing the global capital of fine watchmaking to introduce itself to the international watch community and to mark the occasion with the launch of two high-end novelties. The CEO unveiled plans that include the upcoming launch of a new brand positioned at the very top of its portfolio. Titan in Geneva  Geneva concentrates the world’s attention on the art and business of watchmakin...

From Ice Cream to Swiss Watchmaking: A Very Unusual Watch Launch

Reading Time: 4 minutes Key takeaways • ID Genève launched the “”IS-IT-CHOCO-TOO-LATE?”” limited-edition watch, a chocolate-inspired timepiece created in collaboration with artisanal ice cream house Paleta Loca and Climate Basecamp. • The partnership supports the “”Save The Flavors”” campaign to raise climate change awareness, with 10% of proceeds donated to Climate Basecamp’s environmental initiatives. • The campaign features an interactive giveaway where participants can win one of 10 limited-edition watches by scanning QR codes found on Paleta Loca ice cream products. (GENEVA) – At Villa Sarasin, just steps from Palexpo, ID Genève unveils a limited chocolate-inspired timepiece in collaboration with the cult ice cream house Paleta Loca. This launch feels less like an event and more like a memory returning. Visitors will be welcomed by an ice-cream truck, a live DJ set, and complimentary chocolate ice cream, reminding them of the good old days.  Environmental advoc...

Women’s Jewelry Association Launches Jewelry & Watches Mentorship Cohort with Mentoro

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key takeaways • The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) and Mentoro launched a Jewelry & Watches mentorship cohort in New York to support and develop the next generation of industry leaders. • The program provides a structured cohort experience featuring cross-industry workshops and three dedicated one-on-one mentor-mentee sessions to foster meaningful professional relationships. • The initiative brings together mentors and mentees from diverse sectors, including design, merchandising, finance, and marketing, to build a collaborative leadership pipeline. (NEW YORK, NY)  – The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA), in partnership with Mentoro, officially launched its Jewelry & Watches mentorship cohort in New York, bringing together industry leaders and emerging talent for an evening centered on connection, guidance, and the future of the jewelry and watch industry.  Hosted at Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.’s New York headquarters, the event...

Tinkler 1958 Precision at a Quarter Turn

Reading Time: 6 minutes Key takeaways • Angelus is reissuing the Tinkler 1958, a rare quarter-repeater watch, in limited editions of 15 pieces in gold and 25 pieces in steel. • The timepiece is powered by the new A600 self-winding mechanical caliber, featuring a 70-hour power reserve and a distinctive acoustic striking mechanism. • The 38-mm design honors the 1950s original with faithful aesthetic details, including a domed sunburst dial and exclamation-shaped hour markers. A faithful tribute to the original model, the Tinkler 1958 repeater celebrates Angelus’s rich heritage of striking watches. Driven by a self-winding quarter-repeater movement, this double limited edition, available in gold or steel, continues the tradition of measuring instruments that built the manufacture’s reputation. Sound – at the origin of Angelus From its establishment in 1891, the name Angelus has been synonymous with the chiming of a bell. A ringing that has resonated throughout history, ...

Platinum Sales Accelerate at Retail as Jewelers Expand Investment and Strategy in 2026 

Reading Time: 6 minutes Key takeaways • Platinum sales momentum from 2025 is accelerating into 2026, with 76% of retailers planning to increase their inventory investment. • More than half of retailers are actively converting white gold business to platinum, driven by client preferences for quality and longevity. • The category is expanding beyond bridal into everyday jewelry, with non-bridal platinum sales growing by more than 24% in 2025. (NEW YORK, NY) – A new Retail Barometer study from Platinum Guild International USA  (PGI USA) points to a clear shift underway in the U.S. fine jewelry market, as strong platinum performance in 2025 carries into 2026 with growing confidence, increased investment, and evolving selling strategies.  Based on a survey of 300 U.S. fine jewelry retailers across independent, chain, and department stores,  and part of an ongoing multi-year tracking study, the findings highlight continued growth for platinum alongside an evolution...

A Breath of Fresh Air for the 2026 Edition of the GPHG

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key takeaways • The GPHG is replacing gender-based categories with technical categories—Essential Watch and Complication Watch—to reflect modern market dynamics and a more universal approach. • New rules include a dedicated category for gemset watches (up to 6 carats) and restrict the Jewelry and Mechanical Clock prizes exclusively to one-of-a-kind models. • The 2026 Jury has been reduced to 24 members to facilitate deeper deliberations, with prize-winners to be announced on November 7, 2026, in Geneva. (GENEVA) – For its 26th edition, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) is adapting its categories and revamping the Special Jury Prize and the Iconic Watch Prize to enhance its representativeness and align with new market dynamics. Segmentation focused on products and usage: To reflect changing purchasing behaviors and meet industry expectations, the gender-based (Men’s and Ladies’) categories are being replaced by new technical categories:...

Kin & Pebble – Shifting Metal Prices Are Influencing Jewelry Buying Trends

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • Fluctuating precious metal prices are shifting jewelry buying trends toward affordability and more accessible materials. • Kin & Pebble is responding by offering a broader range of options, including stainless steel, which provides durability and a clean aesthetic at diverse price points. • The focus remains on providing retailers with flexible, personalized designs that meet changing customer needs without compromising on style or quality. As precious metal prices continue to fluctuate, many jewelry retailers are seeing a shift in how customers approach purchasing. For many customers, affordability is even more crucial in decision-making than it has been in the past. This is especially evident in the notable price swings gold and silver have seen over the past year, making it more challenging to offer pieces that feel both meaningful and accessible. At Kin & Pebble, this shift is showing up in both product interest and conve...