Episode 163: 2026 Predictions

About this episode

The hosts discuss their predictions for the jewelry market in 2026, covering various trends and economic factors.

JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob Bates talk about their 2026 predictions—however murky the future may be. They share their observations on how the bifurcation of demand and the strain on the middle class have affected luxury categories. Rob wonders if the year bring more stability to the diamond market, enabling the industry to roll out marketing campaigns to usher in a natural diamond revival. Victoria covers the colored stone and metal trends she’s tracking, and how the gold price is shaping designers’ choices in materials. The hosts also discuss how tariffs will affect the Tucson shows, what 2026 means for the watch business, and the future of the jewelry market in the Middle East. 2026 is already off to an exciting start. Title Sponsor: De Beers (adiamondisforever.com) Sponsor: Facets of Fire (facetsoffire.com/centurion)

People in this episode

Hosts: Victoria Gomelsky, Rob Bates

Topics covered

• 2026 predictions
• luxury market
• diamond market
• colored stones
• gold price
• tariffs
• jewelry market

Keywords

• 2026 predictions
• luxury categories
• diamond market
• colored stones
• gold price
• tariffs
• jewelry market

Sponsors

De Beers, Facets of Fire

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Middle East

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