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Optimism Soars at 2025 Hong Kong Jewellery Shows, Surpassing Market Expectations
Exhibitors and buyers alike are upbeat about the future, with increased participation from global markets, particularly the Middle East and ASEAN regions, despite global economic uncertainties.
The 2025 Hong Kong Jewellery Shows, held from March 2nd to 8th, exceeded expectations, with exhibitors noting strong market sentiment despite concerns over the global economic outlook. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the twin shows drew over 82,000 buyers from 141 countries, highlighting Hong Kong’s role as a global jewellery trade hub.
The event was split between the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and Asia World-Expo, and attracted 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries. The Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show saw about 32,000 visitors, while the International Jewellery Show hosted roughly 51,000 buyers. According to an on-site survey, the Middle East was seen as the most promising market for growth in the coming years, with 40% of respondents expecting a sales increase and over half anticipating stable sales.
The International Jewellery Show featured new zones like Gold Jewellery, showcasing unique designs, and the Young Jewellery Designer Arena, supporting emerging talent. This year’s event also brought forward innovation with over 30 industry seminars, including a focus on local design and new opportunities in the jewellery sector.
Despite a cautious economic climate, Indian exhibitors like Venus Jewel and Tankaria experienced strong networking but reported moderate orders, mainly due to a sluggish Chinese economy. Meanwhile, exhibitors also noted the importance of expanding into markets such as Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and North America.
An HKTDC survey found positive expectations for industry growth in markets like the Middle East (76.8%) and India (72.6%), with technology, including AI and big data, expected to shape the jewellery landscape in the coming years. Fashion and precious jewellery were highlighted as key growth categories, with diamonds (47.6%) emerging as the most sought-after gemstone.
Notable exhibitors like Hatta Chang and HC Arnoldi saw sales exceed expectations, with some anticipating growth of up to 50%. Buyers from regions including Mainland China, the Middle East, and the United States also showed strong interest, with several planning to place large orders.
In a bid to enhance accessibility for Muslim buyers, special measures were introduced, including prayer rooms, shuttle services to mosques, and Muslim-friendly amenities. The event also embraced digital innovation, with the EXHIBITION+ hybrid format and AI-powered platforms enabling seamless online matching and discussions between buyers and exhibitors.
Overall, the 2025 Hong Kong Jewellery Shows set a positive tone for the industry, with increased buyer interest, new opportunities for design and innovation, and strong potential for continued growth in key global markets.
A massive 11,000-carat rough ruby has been recovered in the famed gem-rich region of Mogok, Myanmar, according to recent state media reports.
Weighing in at 2.2 kg (4 lbs 14 oz), the newly discovered stone is roughly half the size of the legendary 21,450-carat rough gem found in the same region back in 1996. However, experts and state officials report that this new find boasts vastly superior color, luster, and transparency.
Mogok rubies, sourced from the “Valley of Rubies” in Myanmar (Burma), are legendary for their unrivaled vivid color and supreme clarity. They are famous worldwide for their “pigeon blood” red hue, which is caused by trace elements and microscopic silk particles that scatter light and give the gem a glowing, velvety softness.
Key Details of the Discovery:
- Physical Properties:Â The giant gem exhibits a striking purplish-red color with yellowish undertones, excellent vitreous luster, and moderate transparency. It remains entirely in its natural, untreated state.
- Geopolitical Context: Myanmar supplies roughly 90% of the world’s rubies. However, the nation has been embroiled in a devastating civil war since a 2021 military coup—a conflict that has claimed approximately 90,000 lives and displaced over 3.5 million people.
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