International News
Hari Krishna Exports Sets the Bar High for Sustainable Luxury and Innovation at JCK Las Vegas 2025
In a world where values and vision shape the future of luxury, Hari Krishna Exports made a lasting impression at JCK Las Vegas 2025, held from June 6 to 9 at Booth No. 13079, The Venetian Expo, USA. With a booth built using over 70% renewable materials and a showcase of meticulously crafted diamond layouts, the company once again reinforced its firm commitment to sustainability, craftsmanship, and meaningful dialogue in the global diamond industry.
A Booth That Speaks Purpose and Precision
The company extended its sustainable spirit to visitors through meaningful giveaways as a token of appreciation. Each guest received a sustainable lanyard inspired by the colors of the SDG goals, a custom SDG lapel pin. On top of all that, a tree would be planted in their name, a cherished tradition Hari Krishna Exports carries to every tradeshow worldwide.
Among those who visited the booth were two highly esteemed guests, Mr. Al Cook, CEO of De Beers Group, and Her Excellency Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, Cabinet Minister from the Republic of Botswana. Their presence added weight to a booth that was already drawing attention for its innovative presentation and responsible design approach.
Precision in Every Layout
At the heart of the showcase were diamond layouts, perfectly harmonized sets aligned by shape, size, clarity, and colour. Designed to support jewellery artisans with consistency and ease, these layouts reduce time spent on sorting while maintaining the elegance and balance that high-end consumers deserve. As always, each layout reflects Hari Krishna Exports’ standard of excellence rooted in decades of expertise.
Adding to the immersive experience, Hari Krishna Exports introduced a Mixed Reality concept for the first time at JCK. Using the Apple Vision Pro, clients could view a factory walk through in visual reality simply by scanning a specially designed poster at the booth. This innovative approach brought transparency and traceability to life, offering a glimpse into the precision and responsibility behind every diamond.
Commitment Shared at JCK Talks
During the show, second-generation leader Brijesh Dholakia served as one of the resource persons in the “JCK Talks: Sustainability stage” session. Sharing the stage with other high-level guests, he shared insights on how HK’s manufacturing facilities in Surat have embedded sustainability at its core, from energy-efficient operations to its integration with Tracr and iTraceiT platforms, enabling end-to-end diamond traceability. He also spoke about a hallmark initiative that Hari Krishna Exports brings to every global event it attends: for every visitor in its booth, a tree is planted. This deeply rooted philosophy ensures that every engagement, be it a conversation, inquiry, or transaction, leaves behind not just an impression, but a contribution to the planet.
Redefining Luxury with Responsibility Hari Krishna Exports’ presence at JCK Las Vegas 2025 was not simply about participating in a trade show, it was about leading with purpose. With each diamond layout, each booth detail, and each shared insight, the company continues to set a benchmark in conscious luxury, where beauty is as responsible as it is brilliant.
International News
De Beers Group Reports H1 2026 Production Surge
The company reported a significant increase in production volume while maintaining its full-year production target of 21 to 26 million carats.
De Beers Group today released its operational and sales performance update for the second quarter and first half of 2026. Driven by strong recovery efforts and strategic access to higher-grade ore bodies, the company reported a significant increase in production volume while maintaining its full-year production target of 21 to 26 million carats.
Despite market pressures stemming from broader macroeconomic volatility, the company continues to advance operational streamlining and cost-optimization initiatives to ensure long-term resilience.
Key Highlights & Operational Summary
- Q2 Production Surge: Production jumped 88% year-on-year to 7.8 million carats in the second quarter, bringing total H1 output to 14.9 million carats (+46% YoY).
- Volume Growth: Consolidated H1 sales volume expanded 13% to 12.4 million carats (total sales volume up 20% to 14.8 million carats).
- Full-Year Guidance Reaffirmed: Full-year output remains targeted at 21–26 million carats, with second-half production planned to balance out via scheduled maintenance and a temporary operational pause at the Venetia mine.
- Resilient High-Value Demand: While entry-level categories faced broader pricing shifts, pricing for higher-value natural diamonds remained firm, providing baseline support to the overall index.
Market Dynamics & Strategic Response
Trading conditions during the first six months of 2026 reflected ongoing global macroeconomic uncertainties and regional conflicts that weighed on general consumer sentiment. Additionally, lower-value natural categories experienced continued pressure from lab-grown alternatives.
In response, De Beers actively adjusted its sales strategies, utilizing its inventory mix to meet existing market demand. While lower-value inventory sales shifted the average realized price to $105 per carat for H1, the company noted that underlying value indices for premium, higher-grade natural goods remained stable throughout the period.
Outlook & Portfolio Optimization
Looking ahead to the second half of 2026, De Beers will align production output directly with global demand signals. The anticipated surge from H1 will be offset by:
- The previously announced two-year operational pause at the Venetia mine.
- Planned facility maintenance at the Orapa and Jwaneng operations in Botswana.
Anglo American continues to execute its operational transformation and strategic divestment plans for De Beers, ensuring capital discipline and long-term organizational value.
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