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20th Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards celebrating two decades of excellence

Showstopping gems at Jewels of the World; UAE recognized as the world’s most economically stable nation

Exclusive interview with Mr. Valerio Soldani, Trade Commissioner of Italy to the United Arab Emirates

Exclusive interview with Gianfranco Gentile, Breitling’s Global Head of Heritage

Breitling releases its annual Sustainability Mission Report; Introducing Aariya Diamonds

Saudi Arabia records the highest tourist growth among G20 nations from January to July; HYT makes its Watches and Wonders Geneva debut in 2025

The UAE’s economy expanded by 3.4% in the first quarter of 2024; Breitling opens new boutique in Roshn Front Riyadh

Bella Hadid joins Chopard as Global Ambassador; Buccellati participates in the third edition of Homo Faber Exhibition, Venice

The relaunch of Favre Leuba; Introducing DATOGRAPH HANDWERKSKUNST by A. Lange & Söhne; Breitling unveils its first exclusive perpetual calendar chronograph movement

Qatar set to double its economy by 2031; Chanel and MB&F announces partnership; Introducing the Fabergé x Beetlejuice Beetlejuice® fine jewellery collection

Louis Moinet opens the Exhibition of Excellence; Iconic Heuer Monaco Worn by Steve McQueen in Le Mans Races to Auction at Sotheby’s New York

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ to acquire minority stake in Sotheby’s; Bahrain’s Q1 GDP up 3.3% fueled by non-oil sector growth; Dubai International Airport sees record year for passengers after 8% rise in H1

Riyadh ranks among the top 15 fastest-developing cities; UAE travellers warned against non-disclosure of excess cash, valuables

LVMH strengthens its Watches Division with the acquisition of L’Epée 1839; Bernard Arnault said to have bought stake in Cartier owner Richemont

UAE growth to surpass 6% in 2025; Mouawad celebrates the opening of its first European flagship boutique; Chopard on the finish line of the 1000 Miglia 2024

Swiss watch exports slight decline in May 2024; Bvlgari is the main sponsor of the Torlonia Marbles Exhibition at the Louvre

Breitling x Triumph Motorcycles; THAT Concept Store welcomes Time Legacy; Buccellati launches Romanza Collection

Watches and Wonders Shanghai: on track for a 4th edition; Breitling announces partnership with NBA titan Giannis Antetokounmpo; Discover Enygma Opal PMT by Aventi

UAE economy to grow by 4% in 2024; Breitling announces partnership with Climate Impulse; Dior announces Charlize Theron as new face of Skincare and Jewelry

Anglo American confirms De Beers is up for sale; Richemont reports record sales for the year 2023-2024 and appoints new CEO

Saudi International Luxury Week closes to great acclaim; The Precision Pioneer exhibition by Jaeger-LeCoultre

Louvre Abu Dhabi’s First Exhibition of 2024 ‘From Kalila wa Dimna to La Fontaine: Travelling through Fables’ Now Open to the Public

140 Years of Firsts: Breitling Aerospace B70 Orbiter; Bulgari celebrates the Indian Festival of Colours with a vibrant gala event

Saudi Arabia hits significant economic milestone: Non-oil activities at 50% of GDP; Caroline Scheufele welcomes Julia Roberts for a dinner in honour of the ‘Chopard x Julia Roberts’ Haute Joaillerie

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons welcomes Picchiotti; Bulgari celebrates the opening of a new flagship boutique at Al Olaya in Riyadh

Luxury on Demand: noon Minutes to Deliver Patek Philippe & Audemars Piguet Watches in 15 Minutes; Bulgari presents BVLGARI LE GEMME Sahare with an exclusive immersive experience

Exclusive interview with Mr. Marco Carniello, Global Exhibition Director (Jewellery & Fashion) of Italian Exhibition Group

Dubai welcomed 17 million international visitors in 2023; A. Lange & Söhne showcases horological masterpieces at Dubai Mall

Qatar Tourism Unveils the Highly Anticipated 20th Edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition;

Vicenzaoro January kicks off today; WOLF celebrate its 190th Anniversary;

Dubai Airports traffic during the festive season; Meet Chopard’s Artisans Team

Mouawad celebrates new milestone with opening of its London boutique; Buccellati presents its Christmas Gift Guide

Lagoona Mall Watches & Jewellery Week 2023: A Dazzling Showcase of Elegance and Innovation

19th Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards held in Dubai; Natural Diamond Council reports key considerations to look out for when investing in diamonds

19th Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards held in Dubai

The 6th edition of Dubai Watch Week; Unveiling the Aventi Golden Tiger; World Record Broken for a Millennium Watch at Sotheby’s Geneva

Introducing ZEITWERK MINUTE REPEATER HONEYGOLD by A. Lange & Söhne; Breitling is the Official Timing Sponsor of Dubai Airshow 2023; Piaget 50 Years of Brilliance - Limelight Gala

Saudi Arabia e-visa offering now extends to 63 countries; Dubai Jewellery Group announces unbelievable prizes and deals this Diwali; Sotheby’s & Adler Joailliers unveils the Blue Lagoon

Dubai’s economy grows 3.2% in H1 2023; Sotheby’s unveils a unique Patek Philippe Reference 1518; The M.A.D.House opens its doors

A golden evening with Chaumet; Sicis Jewels opens its new boutique in Hong Kong; Richard Mille introduces RM 07-01 Coloured Ceramics

UAE economy to grow by 3% in 2023; Vacheron Constantin unveils its new boutique in Salhiya Complex, Kuwait; Zenith opens flagship boutique in Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates

Saudi economy enters trillion dollar club: report; The 3rd edition of Watches and Wonders Shanghai; Breitling lights up Burj Khalifa and Riyadh Boulevard with new Navitimer 36, 32 Campaign

Vicenzaoro September posts +6% increase in visitors at the 2023 Edition; Bulgari marked the Serpenti Factory grand opening; Buccellati announces new advertising campaign

Vicenzaoro celebrates Dubai partners ; Sotheby’ unveils Treasures from the Most Important Viennese Imperial and Royal Jewellery Collection ever to come to Auction

Geneva Watch Days concluded on a successful note; Buccellati announces its new boutique address in Venice

The Geneva Watch Days starts today; Rolex acquires Bucherer

Dubai passenger traffic rises 49.1% in H1’23; Breitling opens largest boutique in the Middle East

UAE’s GDP grows 3.8% in first quarter to $114bn; Abu Dhabi International Airport passenger traffic rises 67% in H1 2023; Tiffany & Co. Debuts New Tiffany Lock Campaign Love Lock

UAE economy set for stronger growth in H2 2023; The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève and the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie to participate in the Geneva Watch Days program

UAE’s 2022 GDP grows 7.9%, driven by non-oil activities; Greubel Forsey announces major expansion and an investment in excellence

Saudi Arabia announces new e-visa entry permit for UK, US, and Schengen visa holders; The OWO & The House of BOVET

Patek Philippe inaugurates the grand exhibition “Watch Art” Tokyo 2023; Chopard World Sponsor & Official Timekeeper of the 1000 Miglia 2023

Jaeger-LeCoultre announces new collaboration with TØKIO M¥ERS; Van Cleef & Arpels launches its new Alhambra novelties

TimeVallée celebrates the opening of its first boutique in the UAE in Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi; Damas launches the first Diamond Only Damas Boutique

Saudi International Luxury Week seminars conclude; Charles Zuber inaugurates its first boutique worldwide at the Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi

Riyadh International Luxury Week is now open

Jeddah International Luxury Week opens to the public; Industry Experts hosts Educational Seminar at Jeddah International Luxury Week

Saudi International Luxury Week to take place in May 2023 in Jeddah and Riyadh

Saudi International Luxury Week to take place in May 2023; Breitling Riyadh Boutique hosts evening with first Saudi Ironman Champion

The Bulgari Night in Geneva: Celebration of the Octagonal Style; GERALD GENTA will be revived at Louis Vuitton’s High Watchmaking atelier La Fabrique du Temps

Julia Roberts, Caroline Scheufele and Karl-Friedrich Scheufele announce Chopard's commitment to using 80% recycled steel in all the Maison's steel watches

Maison KORLOFF re-opens its flagship boutique in The Dubai Mall; Van Cleef & Arpels presents its newest Lucky Spring creations for Ramadan

"Cartier's immersive event ‘Into the Wild’, celebrating the enduring legacy of La Panthère"; Chaumet reopens its Olaya Boutique

Chopard opens a new boutique at Printemps Doha; Sharing moments with Liens by Chaumet; Tiffany & Co. welcomes Nancy Ajram as House Ambassador

Jacob & Co. celebrates reopening of its Dubai boutique; Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates the opening of the Stellar Odyssey Exhibition in Dubai; Mouawad appoints new Group General Manager

Exclusive interview with Mr. Marco Carniello, Global Exhibition Director (Jewellery & Fashion) of Italian Exhibition Group; The “Van Cleef & Arpels: Time, Nature, Love” Exhibition in Riyadh

Dubai Jewellery Group gives 11 kilos of gold to 44 winners, 14 kilos up for grabs till 29 January 2023; Chopard presents Alpine Eagle Middle East Edition

Cartier unveils a festive wonderland at the heart of The Dubai Mall; Akillis strengthens its presence in the region through Maison Luxe

Export statistics shows strong growth in line with the annual average; Breitling opens its first Boutique in Jeddah

Chopard announces Honayda Serafi as Ambassador for KSA; A. Lange & Söhne centennial tourbillon returns to the Museum Bautzen

The Middle Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards 2022 edition

The Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards 2022 edition; Binghatti and Jacob & Co partner to develop ultra-luxury Dubai skyscraper

Exclusive interview with Thierry Stern, President Patek Philippe; Chopard partners with Fashion Trust Arabia to support emerging talents in the MENA

WatchTime New York ends seventh year on high with 32 brands and over 1,900 attendees; Jacob & Co. celebrates the 50th anniversary of The Godfather movie in Sicily

Exclusive interview with Guido Damiani, President of the board of directors of Damiani Jewellery; Breitling welcomes Erling Haaland as new Brand Ambassador

Saudi National Museum in Riyadh announces Van Cleef & Arpels: Time, Nature, Love Exhibition; The Art History Lectures are back with Dr. Michaela Watrelot at XVA Gallery

Cartier welcomes Deepika Padukone as new Ambassador; Tiffany & Co. and Beyoncé debut anthem film to the "LOSE YOURSELF IN LOVE" campaign

Saudi International Jewellery Show (SIJS2022); Jewellery Arabia 2022 marks its 30th anniversary at the new Exhibition World Bahrain

Another innovative solution to the watch industry in the Middle East by Arabian Watches and Jewellery Magazine - MPP-ME

Fura Gems unveils ‘Estrela De FURA’, the world's largest gem-quality ruby ever discovered; Salanitro and Patek Philippe, an alliance for the future

Geneva Watch Days announces record-breaking attendance; Vicenzaoro September 2022 opens in style; K-pop group aespa becomes the new face of Chopard

Cartier continues as the official partner of 79th Venice International Film Festival; Fabergé x James Ganh High Jewellery

TUDOR opens new shop-in-shop at Fifty One East in Lagoona Mall; Maison Boucheron presents its new campaign: Icons

A. Lange & Söhne links its commitment to Concours of Elegance 2022 with a charity auction; Jacob & Co. donates a one-off timepiece to the yearly Luisaviaroma x UNICEF charity gala

Yoko London opens Sloane Street Flagship Store; Presenting the new special edition of the Memoris Spirit 40mm by Fratello x Louis Moinet

Djula announces Ahood Alenezi as the face of the brand; BIANCHET reaches the podium at the Spa 24 Hours Race in Belgium

LVMH announces excellent first half of 2022; Vacheron Constantin re-opens its newly renovated Flagship Boutique in The Dubai Mall

The Jewellery Trend Report by LibertyLondon.com; Jacob & Co.’s Astronomia Tourbillon Bucherer BLUE will be at a live auction at Sotheby’s

DOXA Swiss diving watches arrives in the Middle East; TAG Heuer teams up with Netflix for their new film starring Ryan Gosling

Watches and Wonders: all set for the next chapter; Graff Diamonds paid $7.5M to Cyber Hackers: Lawsuit

Bvlgari welcomes Mona Zaki as regional MEA ambassador; Chaumet and Emirati multidisciplinary artist Ahmad Al Areef presents an enchanting ode to Nature

Fifty One East debuts its New Watches & Jewellery Store in Doha Festival City; Christie’s announces its new Joaillerie Paris online sale

Riyadh International Luxury Week sees record number of visitors; Sotheby's Global Watches Auctions Surpass $100 Million Year-to-Date with $19 Million Sale in New York

Mohammed Rasool Khoory & Sons open the world’s biggest standalone Tudor boutique at Yas Mall Abu Dhabi; NORQAIN announces Jean-Claude Biver as advisor to the board

Trafalgar Luxury Group celebrates 50 successful years with repositioning plan and further expansion in the region; Chalhoub Group signs exclusive partnership with French jewellery brand Korloff

Riyadh International Luxury Week concluded with great success

Seminars at Riyadh International Luxury Week conclude

Riyadh International Luxury Week extended by a day

Riyadh International Luxury Week opens to the public

Riyadh International Luxury Week kicks off tomorrow

The second edition of Riyadh International Luxury Week

The second edition of Riyadh International Luxury Week (RILW); Gérald Genta's Record-Breaking Royal Oak Leads Sotheby's CHF 19.2 Million Important Watches Auction

The OAK Collection travelling exhibition to open at the Design Museum in London; Sotheby's achieves highest sale series for watches in Asia totaling US$43m

Gérald Genta's original design for Patek Philippe's Nautilus soars to US$727,000 at Sotheby's; Launchmetrics announces partnership with daydreamer

Audemars Piguet celebrates the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary in Dubai; Kate Moss enters the DREST Meltaverse with Messika

Excerpts from the interview with Yoshikatsu Kawada, Director and Senior Vice President of Grand Seiko at Watches & Wonders Geneva; Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 marks the beginning of a new era

Exclusive interview with Frédéric Arnault - Chief Executive Officer of TAG Heuer; Vicenzaoro 2022 posts 24 percent increase in attendance compared to Vicenzaoro September 2021

The GPHG Academy; TAG Heuer kicks off 2022 with the opening of its flagship boutique in The Dubai Mall

Patek Philippe to present its new Rare Handcrafts collection 2022 at its Salons in Geneva; The Morellato Group opens new premises in Dubai

Interview with Julien Tornare, CEO of Zenith; Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022; JGT Dubai marks debut as premier sourcing event

Excerpts from the interview with Claire Choisne, Creative Director of Maison Boucheron; The second edition of Riyadh International Luxury Week (RILW) to be held in May

Excerpts from the interview with Michael Hakimian, CEO of Yoko London and Founder of Haute Jewels Geneva; Jewellery, Gem & Technology Dubai primed to welcome international buyers on Tuesday

Excerpts from the interview with Jean-Marie Schaller, CEO and Creative Director - Louis Moinet; Lorenzo Viotti joins the Bulgari family as global watches ambassador

Swiss watchmaking posts Strong growth and a record year in December 2021; Bvlgari announces partnership with BAFTA Gala and EE British Academy Film Awards

Excerpts from the interview with Antoine Pin, Watch Business Unit Managing Director, Bulgari during the LVMH Watch Week; LVMH posts record revenues for the year 2021

Richemont confirms Sales Growth in the last quarter of 2021; The Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH will present the watch.swiss experience in Yas Mall Abu Dhabi

Riyadh International Luxury Week 2021 - Hosts 60 International Luxury Watches, Jewellery and Bridal companies in one place

AWJ- Exclusive Interview with Wilhelm Schmid, Managing Director (CEO) - A. Lange & Sohne

Dubai Culture and Bulgari announces jury members for Bulgari Contemporary Art Award; Panerai announces the opening of its first ever pop-up store in the region at The Dubai Mall

Analysis of Swiss Watch Exports (Jan-Sep 2021) in the Middle East by Arabian Watches & Jewellery

TAG Heuer welcomes Ryan Gosling as new brand ambassador; Mauron Musy accepts crypto currencies payment; Purnell official partner of the Ballon d’Or

Watches and Wonders Geneva announces nearly 40 watchmaking Maisons to exhibit at the physical Salon in 2022; Boucheron “La Maison” Immersive Jewelry Experience in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Bvlgari celebrates Italian Excellence at Expo 2020 Dubai; Caroline Scheufele and Natalia Vodianova celebrates Chopard’s support to the Naked Heart Foundation

Saudi Arabia to host Riyadh International Luxury Week this November 2021 for the First Time

Geneva Watch Days: heading towards the 2022 edition; A Reinvented Baselworld Revealed; Vicenzaoro September 2021 closes above expectations

Talking Jewellery, international events and future exhibition plans in the Middle East with Marco Carniello, Global Exhibition Director (Jewellery & Fashion) of Italian Exhibition Group

Exclusive interview with Jean-Christophe Babin, Group CEO of BVLGARI during Geneva Watch Days 2021; Chopard opens a new boutique in Doha Festival City, Qatar

Geneva Watch Days 2021 - Year #2; Baselworld unveils its first pop-up event in Geneva; WatchBox invests in Independent Swiss Watchmaker De Bethune

Al Fardan Jewellery revealed its modern new look and fresh range of chic and high-end jewellery; ‘Mr. Big’ Reunites with Carrie Bradshaw Wearing the Jacob & Co. Epic X Watch

L'azurde posts 112% increase in its net profit for Q2 2021; BOVET 1822 and Automobili Pininfarina announces new partnership

Talking to Christophe Musy Co-founder and Director about his journey and experience with Mauron Musy brand; Swatch unveils new Expo Collection & third countdown clock at Dubai Mall

Exclusive interview with Ms. Sandrine Thibaud, Fullord's Founder and Creative Director; Swatch Calling: The world’s most inclusive Art Project

Riyadh International Luxury Week; Richemont announces strong start to the financial year with Group sales up by 129%

Arabian Watches and Jewellery magazine met with Edouard Meylan CEO - H. Moser & Cie during his recent visit to Dubai; Dubai Culture and Bulgari launches ‘Bulgari Contemporary Art Award’

The first edition of Imagination, the international watch-making trade show to take place in Neuchâtel in September 2021; BVLGARI becomes official “Platinum Sponsor” of the Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020

Excerpts from the interview with Antonio Calce - CEO Greubel Forsey; Jewellery & Watches Industries growth forecast till 2025; BASELWORLD is back in 2022

Patek Philippe presents Rare Handcrafts 2020-2021” exhibition; Panerai welcomes Jeremy Jauncey to its team of Global Ambassadors; The Palme d’or by Chopard

Luxury goods industry bouncing back from pandemic; Panerai and AlMalki Group announced their new partnership in Saudi Arabia; Jacob & Co. becomes the first luxury watch brand to accept cryptocurrency

AWJ met with Nicola Andreatta, CEO of Roger Dubuis during his recent visit to Dubai; Chopard Precious Lace collection available via private sale at Sotheby’s

Millennials propel rapid growth of the second-hand luxury goods market in the Middle East; Fifty One East welcomes patrons at its 'Watches & Jewellery Week'

Richemont announces strong financial performance for the year ended 31 March 2021; Sales in the Middle East and Africa increased by 4%

Bvlgari welcomes Chiara Ferragni as new global ambassador; Miss Mexico is crowned with the Mouawad Miss Universe® Power of Unity Crown

Assessing the Impact of 2020 on the GCC Luxury Goods Market; Celebrate Eid at Louvre Abu Dhabi

LVMH Group collaborates with Prada and Richemont to develop the Aura Blockchain Consortium; Gem & Jewellery Industry at the forefront in fight against Covid-19

AWJ Online conversation with Chopard Co-President, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele; Swiss watch exports posts strong growth in Q1 of 2021

Mission accomplished for a successful Watches and Wonders 2021; Chalhoub Group in a Ramadan Initiative

AWJ met Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani - Creative Director at Bvlgari Watches during the Watches & Wonders virtual edition

Talking Italian Jewellery, design and craftsmanship with Vhernier Deputy General Manager – Isabella Traglio; Casio seizes 14% of amazon.ae Watches & Accessories category sales

Chopard opens a new boutique in Saudi Arabia in partnership with Attar United; Bell & Ross is the Official Watch Partner of the Alpine F1® Team

Exclusive interview with Pierre Jacques, CEO of De Bethune; Watches and Wonders 2021 confirms its agenda; Seddiqi Holding announces Leadership change

AWJ - Market & Data analysis on Swiss Watches Retail Sales 2020

Sotheby's Dubai announces two exhibitions in March; Rivoli Group hosted the first qualifier tournament of OMEGA Nations Golf Tour 2021

Louis Vuitton showcases exceptional unique jewellery collection in Dubai; Messika opens its second boutique in Kuwait; Z7 Communications to represent Roger Dubuis across the Middle East

Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine recently met Julien Tornare- CEO Zenith Watches during his visit to Dubai to discuss the current developments, activities and novelties of the brand

Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain grants his patronage to Jewellery Arabia 2021; Richard Mille announces multi-year partnership with Ferrari

Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition postponed to May 2021; Italian Exhibition Group announces WE ARE Jewellery event; Louis Moinet is taking part in Watches and Wonders Geneva 2021

Parmigiani Fleurier SA appoints Guido Terreni as new CEO; Moritz Grossmann congratulates the Super Bowl 2021 winners with an exclusive custom-made timepiece

Watches and Wonders 2021 confirms dates and participating brands including Rolex and Patek Philippe; Breitling partners with DREST and embraces the interactive world of luxury fashion

Swiss Watch Exports (Jan-Dec 2020) in comparison with 2019 & 2018 figures

The LVMH Group’s watchmaking brands including Bvlgari, Zenith and TAG Heuer held a digital week to launch their 2021 novelties; Bahrain-GCC trade hit $5.7bn in 2020 despite COVID-19 restrictions

The LVMH group’s watch making brands including Bvlgari, Zenith and TAG Heuer held a digital week to launch their 2021 novelties

CHANEL launches new Podcast Series; Azza Fahmy Jewellery opens Shop-in-shop in THAT concept store at Mall of the Emirates

Middle East Luxury market @ a click of a button; LVMH completes the acquisition of Tiffany & Co.; 32nd Edition of the OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic

Kuwait welcomes the first ever Gucci High Jewellery boutique in the Middle East and the second worldwide; Greubel Forsey collaborates with Chocrón Joyeros

Swiss watch exports almost return to equilibrium in November; Louis Moinet and Rebellion Timepieces joins the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie

Saudi Arabia’s businesses are back to adding jobs; UAE receives highest sovereign rating in the region

AWJ Exclusive Interview with Mr. Thierry Stern, CEO of Patek Philippe

Watches and Wonders Geneva announces 100% digital Salon in 2021; Gems and jewellery exports recovering at fast pace according to GJEPC; Boucheron reveals its global brand ambassadors

The Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards 2020

BVLGARI launches a fundraising initiative with Save the Children Lebanon; The opening of Chaumet boutique in Abu Dhabi; Chopard official timekeeper of the ‘1000 Miglia’ 2020

AWJ Special Feature: Eras of Vintage Watches by Hamdan Bin Humaid AlHudaidi, Founder & Chief Executive, Ashfields Consultancies Limited - Horology Consultancies

UAE ranks among top global commodity trading hubs; The Future of Diamonds is Bright; The Maison Boucheron releases its new campaign for the Middle East

Frederic Watrelot, Senior Director, Senior Specialist – Watches at Sotheby’s Dubai emphasis the importance of collecting timepieces in the Middle East and the treasures to be discovered

GCC economies to rebound in 2021; UAE-Israel accord could bring new sparkle to Dubai diamond trade; Signs of recovery by UAE ports

The 16th edition of the Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards to be held in Dubai in November; Louis Vuitton opens the renovated The Dubai Mall store

Watches & Wonders opens its doors in Sanya; Saudi Arabia keeps tourism targets for 2021; Expo Centre Sharjah to reopen for business

Middle East watch industry is mourning the early and sudden demise of Saddik Omar Attar; Informa Markets announces the rescheduling of Jewellery Arabia 2020 Bahrain

LVMH cancels $14.5b deal for Tiffany; The Gold-Jewellery sector restarts from VOICE; Chopard opens the doors of its Watch and Jewellery Workshops to shine the spotlight on its Artisans

‘Watches & Wonders’ Show goes digital in China; Tiffany & Co. cements its leadership in diamond traceability

Three days for the gold and jewellery industry’s re-start in the world. Live.

UAE is planning fastest-recovering economy in the world post-Covid-19: Sheikh Mohammed; GJEPC representation meets Finance Minister to raise concerns about Equalisation Levy (EL) on diamond trade

IEG - Italian Exhibition Group with Vicenzaoro announces VOICE; GJEPC to organise first-ever buyer-seller meet in virtual format

UAE to deliver three-stage ‘flexible package’ of measures to bolster economy; Prices drop further in Dubai’s VAT-free week; OMEGA presents the new Constellation Gents’ Collection

MARKET REPORT: THE GCC LUXURY WATCH MARKET STATUS

No income tax in Saudi Arabia; Geneva Watch Days to be held next month in Switzerland; Watches & Wonders for the first time in Shanghai

Interview with Caroline Gaspard, Founder and Designer of AKILLIS; Rolex to debut new models for 2020; Patek Philippe unveils its new models

www.itsluxury.com by Trafalgar provides online shopping experience; UAE eases restrictions on travelling abroad; Saudi Arabia extends stimulus

Richard Mille announces new Music Partner; GJEPC announces Leadership Change; A. Lange & Sohne presents LANGE 1 TIME ZONE

Swiss watch exports drop by 67.9% in May 2020; Patek Philippe announces the completion of its new production building in Geneva and launches a limited-edition timepiece

Chalhoub cuts costs and presses on with transformation as it eyes 2022 pandemic recovery; 100 % of Dubai staff returns to offices; Roger Dubuis Official Timing Partner to “The Real Race”

Dubai shopping malls and private sector businesses back to 100 per cent capacity; Frédéric Arnault is named CEO of TAG Heuer

Swiss watch exports collapse by 81.3% in April 2020; Dubai businesses resume work with 50 per cent capacity; Saudi Arabia’s grand plan to ease restrictions

Jean-Marie Schaller, CEO and creative director of Louis Moinet, talks about watches and sheds light on the 2020 Novelties at their recent exhibition ‘The Discovery Days’

Baselworld cancels 2021 show and looks for new platforms; New Dates for Expo 2020 Dubai Announced; Louis Vuitton launches e-commerce platform in the United Arab Emirates

Malls across KSA and UAE have opened again; OMEGA launches its online shopping in Europe; DISCOVERY DAYS by Louis Moinet

Swiss Watch Exports – ( March 2020)

Watches & Wonders 2020 will take place online beginning April 25th; Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Chopard and Tudor leave Baselworld

AWJ Market & Data analysis on Swiss Watches Retail Sales 2019

Rolex may not release new product line this year; The Tiffany & Co. Foundation commits $1M to Covid-19 relief; Graff donates $1 Million to support the fight of Coronavirus Pandemic

Patek Philippe to postpone all watch releases until 2021; Expo 2020 Dubai to be postponed by one year; Sotheby's Modern & Contemporary African & Middle Eastern Online Auction

Start of a marked downturn on Swiss watch exports with China plunged by 51.5%; Geneva Watch Days re-scheduled to August 26th - August 29th

Rolex closes Swiss Factories amid Coronavirus Pandemic; Seiko Watch Corporation interview; Mouawad launches Bespoke Online

Geneva Watch Days 2020; Dubai Police seize replica watches, one billion and 239 million dirhams; LVMH chief eyeing London’s Ritz Hotel

Interview: Talking Pearls with Michael Hakimian, CEO of Yoko London; Baselworld postponed to January 2021; The Luxury Network International Awards 2020 concludes with exceptional success

Breaking News: Watches & Wonders Geneva cancels its 2020 edition

Interview with Jimmy Mouawad, 5th Generation Co-Guardian of Mouawad; Bvlgari announces its withdrawal from Baselworld 2020; David Hockney’s 'The Splash' makes £23.1m at Sotheby's London

Exclusive interview with Antony Lindsay, Managing Director of Fabergé; de Grisogono files for bankruptcy amid Dos Santos scandal

Cleaner sentence to 15 years in prison for stealing Morocco king’s watches; Louis Vuitton bought the world’s 2nd largest diamond; Gucci announces opening of Gucci Pin in Dubai Mall

Richemont’s trading in the three month period ended 31 December 2019 at constant exchange rates versus the prior year period; Concern grows over impact of China virus; Richard Mille opens new boutique

DGCX records ‘most successful year’; Watches & Wonders Geneva celebrates watchmaking's finest talent; UAE proposed six-month stay for five-year visa holders

Breaking News: LVMH Watch Week Dubai 2020

Dubai announces Dh66.4 billion 2020 budget; LVMH to shut Hong Kong store amid protests; Dubai gold price hits its highest in six months

Exclusive interview with Mr. Amit Dhamani, CEO / Managing Director of Dhamani Jewels Group; Dubai’s trade activity peaks in Q3; Dubai Duty Free sales hit $2B again

Parmigiani Fleurier unveils Hijri Perpetual Calendar Wristwatch in Dubai Global Premiere; Breguet launches the Marine collection in Dubai; Chopard launches the Alpine Eagle Collection in Kuwait

Mouawad crowns Miss Universe 2019; Chopard shines with Charlie’s Angels; OMEGA celebrates the new James Bond watch

Dubai ranks 7th among most-visited cities in the world; RM Sotheby’s first-ever international collector car auction at the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with USD31.3 Million Auction

Exclusive interview with Francoise Bezzola, Chief Marketing & Communication Officer, Ulysse Nardin; LVMH reaches agreement with Tiffany & Co.

“Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards” celebrates 15th anniversary; Dubai Watch Week 2019 kicks off; 2019 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie De Genève Prize-Winners

The Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year Awards celebrates 15th anniversary

World’s oldest known natural pearl discovered in Abu Dhabi; WatchBox announces participation in Dubai Watch Week; Boucheron is taking part in the Flâneries Colbert in Abu Dhabi

Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie becomes Watches & Wonders Geneva; Baselworld launches a Concierge Service for exhibitors and visitors; GCC economies faces slow down

Baselworld announces the "Community District" and the return of Maurice Lacroix; UAE gives priority status to gold and jewellery sector; Dubai non-oil trade posts strong growth of 87% from 2009

Talking Watches, brand performance and current retail challenges with Alexander Schmiedt, Regional Brand Director Middle East & Sub-Continent, Vacheron Constantin - Richemont (Dubai) FZE

Mohammed Shirazi, Director, Bahrain Jewellery Centre turns the spotlight on Jewellery Arabia 2019; Richemont acquires Buccellati

Talking Watches with Jean-Marie Schaller, CEO & Creative Director, Louis Moinet

Alexander Wang and Bvlgari celebrate A.W. Bvlgari’s 712 Fifth Avenue; Mouawad partners with The Miss Universe Organization; The OMEGA Celebrity Masters Begins an Exciting Week of Golf

Dubai’s private sector activity grew at slower pace; A. Lange & Söhne x Concours of Elegance 2019; Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates cinema at the 76th Venice International Film Festival

Exclusive interview with Mr. Mohammed Abdulmagied Seddiqi, Chief Commercial Officer of Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons; Dubai ranked seventh best FinTech location globally

Clock ticking for Swiss Watchmakers in Hong Kong; French High Jewelry Maison opens Les Salons Van Cleef & Arpels Dubai Opera;

PARIS, VU DU 26 Celebrates the Freedom of Innovation at Boucheron; CEOs in the UAE are optimistic on economic outlook

Exclusive interview: Talking jewellery with Mr. Fred Mouawad, fourth generation Co-Guardian of Mouawad; Dubai as top destination for Chinese tourists

LVMH reports growth in first-half of 2019, including Watches & Jewelry Division; L’azurde posts 151% net profit increase in Q2 of 2019

Florence - Italy, Piero Braga, President & CEO Gucci Time Pieces talks about GUCCI’s GRIP watch Launch; Watch exports gained an increase of 1.4% during the first half of 2019

UAE opens up 13 sectors to 100% foreign ownership; Chopard revealed its new iconic sports watch; Walter Lange Watchmaking Excellence Award 2019

Dubai to host the first LVMH Swiss Watch Manufactures Exhibition in January 2020; Gucci’s new Timepieces Advertising Campaign; Abu Dhabi’s GDP expected to grow at 3% in 2019

Dubai sees 7% growth in non-oil trade in Q1 of 2019; Global GDP growth in 2019

Audemars Piguet to debut new sound installation by Jana Winderen at Art Basel; TAG Heuer hosts a Grand Celebration to Mark the 50th Anniversary of the Iconic Monaco

Gucci reopens store in Harvey Nichols at Mall of the Emirates; Araya Alberta Hargate appointed as Chopard Brand Ambassador; de GRISOGONO: The Art of Technicolour

Chopard at the Mille Miglia 2019; OMEGA hosts a star-filled tribute to the 50th anniversary of the first lunar landing

Caroline Scheufele defines Chopard’s Sustainable Luxury journey. Nuria Iturrios wins the inaugural 2019 OMEGA Dubai Moonlight Classic.

UAE economy will grow faster than GCC this year, Emaar Malls records 7% growth in Q1 2019, A.Lange & Söhne sponsor the Concorso d‘Eleganza.

LVMH Group confirms its participation for Baselworld 2020, Dubai targets 3.8% GDP growth in Expo 2020 year, Fifty One East presents exclusively Tudor’s latest novelties.

HRH Prince Faisal bin Saad bin Saud bin Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated Salon des Grandes Complications in Riyadh, Harry Winston presents Bridal Couture Collection.

HRH Princess Latifa Bint Saad Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud opens Salon des Grandes Complications watchmaking exhibition in Jeddah, LVMH group recorded growth of 9% in the Q1 2019 for Watches & Jewelry

Salon des Grandes Complications returns to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Baselworld in a spirit of optimism, The LITTLE LANGE 1 “25th Anniversary”.

BaselWorld 2019 marks the beginning of a new era, Jaeger-LeCoultre unveils new boutique at Dubai Mall, L’ÉCOLE Van Cleef & Arpels opens doors to public.

Abu Dhabi to spend Dh500m to attract more visitors, UAE governments post Dh28 billion surplus, GDP expands 4.4% in last quarter, Christie’s Important Watches Auction in Dubai to be held on 22 March.

Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade hits Dh1.3tr in 2018, The House of Harry Winston opens a new salon in Monaco.

The HKTDC Hong Kong International Gem and Jewellery Show 2019, UAE economy growth tops GCC, Montblanc opens new boutique in Dubai.

Jacob & Co. opens first standalone boutique in the Middle East, Sergio Garcia and Tommy Fleetwood tee off at the 2019 OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic, Chopard light up the Paris Couture Week.

Watches & Wonders Miami 2019 will take place from 15th – 17th February, OMEGA hosts a star-studded Bob Run in St. Moritz, Girard-Perregaux becomes Major Partner of the 34th International Automobile Fe

Swatch Group reports positive growth in 2018, Van Cleef & Arpels School of Jewellery Arts returns to Dubai, Jaquet Droz unveils timepiece exclusively for Dubai Shopping Festival.

Swiss Watch Exports rise 6.3% in 2018 with a positive growth in Gulf region, LVMH reports a record growth in 2018, including for the Watches & Jewelry Division, Cartier opens an experiential exhibitio

SIHH ends with a successful record edition with over 23,000 visitors, Former Richemont Group executives create a new independent watch brand, Gucci announces reopening of Mall of the Emirates store.

Salon des Grandes Complications returns to Saudi Arabia with two editions, The New Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet, Longines presents the 2019 edition of the HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Saudi's GDP growth speeds up in Q3, Dubai Duty Free sales touch Dh7.3billion in 2018, Panerai announces Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its Brand Ambassador for India.

Dubai's GDP grows 2.8% at Dh389.4 billion in 2017; L’ÉCOLE Van Cleef & Arpels reopens in Dubai; U-BOAT opens its Lebanese flagship store in Beirut

SIHH and Baselworld to coordinate their dates from 2020

Dubai Airport passenger numbers rise 2% in October, Damas Jewellery appoints Mr. Hamdi Chatti as the new Executive Chairman, REBELLION Official Timekeeper of the DAKAR Rally.

UAE economy growth expected to exceed 3% in 2019, Gold reserves rise 2.2% in October, Gucci hosts party to celebrate The Dubai Mall store.

Swiss Watch Exports increases 7.2% in October, Bvlgari unveils Wild Pop High Jewellery Collection, Audemars Piguet is new Global Partner of the Montreux Jazz Festival.

VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show 2018 comes to an end after a successful four-day premium event, Audemars Piguet reveals new Royal Oak Offshore Chronographs during Golf Invitational.

Once Upon a Time.... Fairy tale gala for the enchanting world of Watches and Jewellery, Dazzling opening of Jewellery Arabia 2018 in Bahrain, Chopard celebrates the 2019 Breakthrough prize.

Once Upon a Time .... Fairy tale gala for the enchanting world of watches and Jewellery

Richemont posts strong growth at mid-year 2018 results, Dubai to host the 14th edition of the Middle East Watch and Jewellery of the Year Awards.

Emaar malls Owner of Dubai mall posts 10% increase in profit Q1-Q3 and received 99 million visitors during Jan-Sept, New appointment at Panerai- Gaby Bitarian new Brand Director.

Swiss Watch Exports decline 6.9% in September, Panerai at salon des grandes complications Abu Dhabi 2018, FOX LAB UK Ltd appointed as official Corum watches agent for the Middle East.

BVLGARI launches its new diamond icon in Dubai and celebrates the unveiling of its new Ambassador, Gucci opens store in Galeries Lafayette, The Dubai Mall.

LVMH nine months revenue up by 10%, The most expensive shoes in the world cost $17M on show in Dubai, Saks files a countersuit against Cartier for $55M.

Salon des Grandes Complications 2018: Abu Dhabi sets the stage for a harmony of science and sublime watchmaking art, Chopard celebrates the Maison Manufacture Métiers d’Art in Kuwait.

Swiss Watch Exports sustains growth, Michael Kors acquires Versace for $2 Billion, Chanel lays the first brick on a new site dedicated to the Métiers D’art.

Stephane Bianchi appointed to succeed Jean-Claude Biver as head of LVMH watches, Montegrappa launches luxury boutique in the Dubai mall, Chopard “Happy Hearts” collection

CHANEL takes a minority stake in Montres Journe SA, Jerome Lambert appointed as new CEO of Richemont, BVLGARI unveils its first exhibition in Russia.

Baselworld plans to promote jewelry more heavily next year, The IWC racing team made its official Swiss debut at the 14th Arosa Classic Car 2018.

Dubai Watch Week and Christie's to host London Horology Forum, Model and Songwriter Koki becomes new Bvlgari Ambassador, IWC Schaffhausen celebrates the inauguration of its new Manufakturzentrum.

Dubai International Airport is set to hit one billion passengers in 2018, Abu Dhabi’s hotel guest arrivals up 5% in the first six months.

Mouawad buys 51.38 carat ‘Dynasty’ Diamond; Abu Dhabi GDP up 9% in Q1 2018; Dubai airport posts 11.7% traffic growth

CEO of Baselworld watch fair organizer resigns; Thieves steal Swedish royal jewels from church; Private wealth in the UAE is expected to grow 8% in next five years

Swatch Group decides to quit annual Baselworld trade fair from 2019; Swatch Group reported record half-year results; LVMH Watches and Jewelry division first –half 2018 results on rise

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Burberry burns luxury goods worth millions; Dubai Duty Free sales up by 10% in first half of 2018; Chinese tourist in-favour of UAE

FHH launches Watch Live in Dubai and appoint Mr. Alexander Schmiedt as Regional Delegate for the Middle East, OMEGA's second "Speedy Tuesday" watch sells out in an Hour.

TAG Heuer expands network of boutique stores in the KSA, The new Chronomètre Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1.3, KERBEDANZ Esperanza Classic transcends the blue of summer 2018

Population in the GCC countries has topped almost 56 Million, Swiss Watch Exports rise 5.3% in May with an average of double digit growth in the Gulf region.

VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show 2018

Trafalgar opens the first Apple Premium Reseller Gait Store at Avenues Mall in Kuwait, Breguet celebrates June 26th “Tourbillon Day”, Louis Moinet introduces Ultravox, an Hour Strike

An early preview of the SIHH 2019; Ulysse Nardin in a partnership agreement with Luxury Purveyor Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons.

Apple watch with cellular to launch in UAE; Audemars Piguet’s first stone for the new Hôtel des Horlogers; Lady Kitty Spencer Bulgari’s new UK brand ambassador.

DMCC’s Dubai Diamond Exchange announces New Board of Directors; Semiconductor selected for the 4th Audemars Piguet Art Commission

Richemont spends EUR203m buying back watches while sales rise 8%, Tiffany’s Q1 Comps increase 9% in the Americas, Baselworld managing director steps down

The Richemont Group introduces Baume, a New Entry-Level Watch Brand, BVLGARI CEO Jean Christophe Babin on a charity mission, VHERNIER relocated to a new address at Dubai Mall.

Swiss watches sees top growth in six years; Kering Jewelry lines see strong in first quarter; New Rolex flagship boutique opens in Dubai.

VAT charges removed on gold and diamond sectors at wholesale level, Dubai International Airport passenger traffic up 4.5% in March, A.Lange & Söhne’s 1815 “Homage to Walter Lange” to be auctioned for

UAE's credit card spending surged 8.3% in the first quarter 2018, Region’s wealthy optimistic on both regional and global economic outlook, BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts scheduled to open in 2022.

Salon des Grandes Complications closes on a successful note, Dubai's GDP reached Dh389b in 2017, Annabelle Wallis is the new face of Panthère de Cartier.

LVMH Watch and Jewelry sales up by 20% in first quarter, Gucci announces launch of e-commerce in Kuwait, Jaquet Droz inaugurates its first boutique in Dubai.

Salon des Grandes Complications opens in Jeddah, Chopard commits to 100% Ethical Gold, Jake Gyllenhaal Named Face of Santos de Cartier Watch.

Baselworld closed the doors with successful feedback, 2019 dates Mar 21-26; Cartier announces finalists for the 2018 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards; Boucheron opens in The Dubai Mall.

Salon des Grandes Complications returns to Saudi Arabia with two editions; Dubai destroys Dh1.2 billion worth counterfeit goods; Abu Dhabi hotel occupancy surges to 81% in February.

7 UAE businessmen rank in Forbes’ ‘world’s richest people of 2018’; P&G cuts digital ad spend by US$ 200 million-Between April and June of 2017 the consumer goods conglomerate cut digital spending by

Breitling to open a new regional office in the Middle East; Richard Mille and McLaren will present their first timepiece at the 88th Geneva Motor Show; Speake-Marin new ad campaign with Pierce Brosnan

Market Report : Swiss Watch Exports – ( Jan-Dec 2017)

Swiss Watch Exports climb 12.6% in January 2018; ANONIMO becomes Official Timekeeper of WRC; B.zero1 campaign launch in NY with Bella Hadid.

Dubai hosts 15.8million visitors in 2017, UAE’s non-oil foreign trade reaches Dh1.17trillion, Dubai International Airport handles 88.2million passengers in 2017.

Swiss Watch Exports – ( Jan-Dec 2017); LVMH up by 13%, excellent year at Bulgari and further progress at TAG Heuer; IWC welcomes Bradley Cooper as new brand ambassador.

With the successful conclusion of the recent SIHH 2018, do we celebrate the recovery of the Swiss watch industry; H. Moser & Cie. joins forces with JD.com to embrace the e-commerce age.

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Dubai Duty Free annual sales rise to Dh7.05 billion; Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition reveals 2018 edition; Jaquet Droz opens its new boutique in Dubai.

Swiss watch exports increase by 6.3 percent in November 2017; UAE and Saudi Arabia introduce VAT; Saudi's expansionary budget and postponed fiscal targets seen pro-growth.

Dubai International Airport prepares for holiday season, Graff purchases Peace Diamond for $6.5M, Bella Hadid at TAG Heuer Flagship store opening at Oxford Street in London.

Dubai’s 2018 budget approved with expenditure of Dh56.6 billion, The Bulgari Resort Dubai opens in Jumeira Bay Island, Cartier announces the direct management of its Riyadh boutiques from November.

Omega inaugurates a new avant-garde building in Biel/Bienne, The House of Harry Winston welcomes the Legacy Collection to Dubai, de GRISOGONO opens new boutique in New York.

Swiss watch exports rose by 9.3% in October 2017 with massive increase across the Middle East, Movado Group’s Q3 sales up by 6%, Cartier celebrates Dubai with a magical evening by the Canal.

Market Report: 13th Middle East Watch and Jewellery of the Year Awards held in Dubai

Dubai Watch Week 2017 Five Days of Nonstop Horology, Chopard wraps up a successful first edition of the Chopard Classic Rally in Dubai.

The Middle East’s premier jewellery and watch exhibition, Jewellery Arabia 2017 show is set to return; The legal and economic aspects of Gulf States.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT VOD DUBAI INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY SHOW

Passenger numbers in Middle East to grow 5% annually, UAE to have a lasting legacy against blood diamonds, Chopard opens its new boutique in Al Khobar in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Market Report : Swiss Watch Export analysis – September 2016/2017

Swiss Watch Export analysis – September 2016/2017, UAE’s gold industry changes design strategy to add glitter, Harry Winston sets up Jewelry Design Scholarship at FIT.

VOD DUBAI INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY SHOW 2017: CONSOLIDATED MEGA SHOW UNDERLINES DUBAI’S STRATEGIC STANDING IN GLOBAL JEWELLERY MARKET CHAIN

DMCC awarded ‘Global Free Zone of the Year’ for Third Year Running, Montblanc appoints Franck Juhel to Head Middle East, India & Africa.

UAE’s multi-millionaire population reaches 55,700 in 2016, Mid East Watch & Jewellery Show sees huge turnout at Expo Centre Sharjah, Abu Dhabi GDP to grow 3.16% in 2018.

VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show lands in Moscow on latest leg of globetrotting roadshow

UAE tourism spend to reach $56b in 2022; Tiffany names Roger Farah as its new chairman; First time in the region Arts Patronage Award held by Montblanc de la Culture

THE CITY OF GOLD GOES GLOBAL

UAE’s non-oil trade jumps 3.2% to reach Dh401 billion in Q1 2017; GJEPC welcomes increase in De Beers’ marketing spend; Baume & Mercier celebrates Clifton Club collection

Movado Group, Inc. announces Q2 results; Gold prices expected to gain from North Korean test; CHANEL opens Watch and Fine Jewelry boutique in Mall of the Emirates, Dubai

UAE President issues VAT Decree-Law ahead of January 2018 roll-out; DMCC partners with VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show

Chanel to open of its new Chanel Watch & Fine Jewellery Boutique in Dubai

Casio unveils new G-Shock x Stash limited-edition watch at the new Concepts store in Dubai

Lange & Sohne presents 1815 CHRONOGRAPH in white gold with black dial; Van Cleef & Arpels presents Couture and Movement at Saudi Design Week

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VOD DUBAI INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY SHOW 2017: CONSOLIDATED MEGA SHOW UNDERLINES DUBAI’S STRATEGIC STANDING IN GLOBAL JEWELLERY MARKET CHAIN

DGCX to launch Shariah-compliant Spot Gold contract; London’s Big Ben to stop chiming for Four years; Costco to Pay $19M to Tiffany & Co. in Trademark Lawsuit

Saudi Arabia's budget deficit narrows as oil revenue rises, UAE consumer spending to exceed $261b in 2021, M.A.D. Gallery in Geneva Robbed

Italian Jeweler Buccellati acquired by Chinese Conglomerate, Pandora chief warns of tough US market ahead, BVLGARI Hotel Beijing to open in September 2017

The recovery of the Swiss watch industry exports continued with a positive trend in June; UAE President announces new UAE Tax Procedures Law.

IMF: The economic growth in the Middle East is expected to show substantially in 2018; Michael Kors is buying luxury shoemaker Jimmy Choo for $1.2 billion.

Abu Dhabi ranked world’s second best city; Dubai economy records faster output growth in June; Georges Kern leaves Richemont

GCC economic growth is expected to bottom out this year, Dubai economy records faster output growth in June, Richemont sells Shanghai Tang to Italian entrepreneur Bastagli

Swiss watchmaking in May 2017 witnessed strong growth; Luxury Market expected to grow in 2017; Chopard celebrates the Month of Ramadan in Kuwait

UAE tops GCC in private wealth growth; Chopard Official Timing Partner of Porsche Motorsport LMP1 Team; Audemars Piguet Ambassador Stan Wawrinka retains Geneva open title.

Abu Dhabi’s trade of pearls and precious stones reach Dh 4.7 billion during the first quarter of 2017; UAE ranks in 2017 top 10 in the most competitive country globally

TAG Heuer Ayrton Senna Limited Editions 2017

David Beckham Announced As Tudor's Newest Global Brand Ambassador

Swiss watch exports fell by 3.6% during January-April 2017; Tiffany’s sales miss estimates; shares fall

Monica Bellucci glows in Cartier; DeLaCour Salutes Women ith The Passion; H. Moser & Cie introduces Swiss Alp Watch Zzzz; Officine Panerai launches new additions to the Submersible range in the Middle

dunhill announces new Creative Director; Ulysse Nardin presents Executive Skeleton Tourbillon

Tonino Lamborghini launches ALPHA-ONE

Jaquet Droz's homage to the art of paillonné enameling ; Montegrappa launches the Pirates Watch

Dubai airports expected to see 100m passengers in 2017, Gang arrested for robbing Dh10m gems in Dubai, LVMH first quarter sale increase by 15% in 2017.

Cartier hosts the Panthere de Cartier Party in LA, Pomellato Presents Its New Collection and Ad Campaign

Breitling Jet ‘lands’ in Saudi Arabia

Vacheron Constantin introduces Quai de l’Ile, Celebrity dazzles in Chopard at the 2017 Costume Institute Gala

Bremont is the first Official Timekeeper of Henley Royal Regatta

Edox presents Edox Chronorally Sauber F1 Team; Ulysse Nardin introduces Classic Dual Time Enamel

Jaquet Droz presents Loving Butterfly Automaton.

Breitling sells 80% stake to Private Equity Company; Tiffany to pay Swatch Group $450Million

Market Report: Swiss Watch Export analysis in the M E N A region – Jan-Feb 2016/2017

Baselworld 2018 will run between 22-27 of March. Two days shorter; Movado President Ricardo Quintero Steps Down; Pink Star diamond fetches record $71.2m in Hong Kong Auction

Al Fardan Jewellery in Saudi Arabia Partners with Breguet & Harry Winston, Baselworld 2017 proved their ability to marshall their powers of innovation and excellence

Dubai International Airport sees 8.8% rise in Passenger Traffic, Sotheby’s officially opens its doors in Dubai, TAG Heuer introduces its new Ambassador Bella Hadid

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LVMH set to launch E-Commerce Site for All Brands; Bloomingdale opens store in Kuwait; Dubai's non-oil foreign trade at Dh 1.28 trillion in 2016

Dubai ranks among the top 20 ‘important’ cities for the world’s 'ultra-wealthy'; Passenger Traffic at Dubai International Airport hits record in January

Swiss watchmaking in January 2017 recorded -10% drop in the UAE; Longines as the Official Timekeeper for Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games; Dana Alfardan appointed Vice President of Alfardan Jeweller

Rolex to Sponsor the 89th Academy Awards; Audemars Piguet brand ambassadors Freida Pinto and Omar Sy visit the Manufacture; Bulgari welcomes Bella Hadid as their new Bulgari Accessories Ambassador

GCC economies expected to grow in 2017, UN General adopts resolution on diamonds, Piaget announces Chabi Nouri as the new CEO

Richemont to replace four brand CEOs in the coming months; Oman and Lebanon records tremendous growth in the Middle East market for Swiss watch exports in December 2016

SIHH 2017 witnessed 10% increase in number of visitors; 2017 predictions for the Luxury Industry: adapt to succeed; Dubai Duty Free rethinks prices as post-Brexit pound hits sales

Richemont Sales Hint at High-End Rebound; Tudor declares the new Tudor Historical Saga IPhone app; Montblanc celebrates the Spirit of Racing at SIHH

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Swiss Watch Exports fall by 5.6% in November with more declines in the Middle East region; Swatch group to make car batteries to compete with Tesla

Worldwide exports continue to decline in major markets including the Middle East; Apple discontinues 18k gold Luxury smartwatch; Gulf budget deficit likely to hit $153bn in 2016

Richemont warns on profits after sales fall; UAE non-oil private sector output growth eases marginally in August; Passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport up 14% to 7.6m

EU orders Apple to pay up to $14.5B in back taxes; Apple to appeal the ruling; E-commerce to hit $20b in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) by 2020; Damas opens Dubai production plant

Swiss watch industry lost 14.2% in export value in July 2016; UAE richest in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) by individual wealth

Qatar index jumps 2 percent tops 9-month high; Swatch introduces the Sistem51 in stainless steel; AlBahie Watches and Jewellery auction house in Qatar is scheduled for November 20

UAE leads Arab World in Global Innovation Index, jumps 6 places in global ranking; Dubai private sector output and employment surged in July; A. Lange & Söhne presents the new SAXONIA MOON PHASE

Kering watch sales lag in challenging market; Abu Dhabi International Airport up by 6.6% increase in travellers in first half of 2016; Dubai International Airport handles 40.5m passengers in first hal

Swiss Watches Exports June 2016: Steepest first half fall while Middle East market continue to show positive results; LVMH Watches & Jewelry Group up +4% during the first half of 2016

Market Report by AWJ - Paris Correspondent: Victoria Townsend

Chopard partners with Est. Hagop Atamian in Lebanon; Swatch Group generated good sales in the Middle East; Apple Watch sales are down 55% in second quarter

Dubai tops among 7 global cities in consumer confidence; World’s oldest natural pearl, found in UAE; Audemars Piguet celebrates Serena Williams' 22nd major victory

Abu Dhabi GDP up by 7.7% in fourth quarter; Middle East and Africa IoT investment to grow by 17.86%; Dubai ranks among the top 5 global cities preferred by entrepreneurs and families.

Brexit worries for Swiss watchmakers; Balmain to be acquired by Mayhoola for investments - Qatar; Richard Mille watches worth millions stolen in Paris.

Swiss watchmaking in May 2016 the trend remains clearly negative; while Middle East scored a continued growth; World’s biggest Apple Store in travel retail at Dubai Airport Duty Free

Dubai Design District welcomes Chalhoub Group; A. Lange & Söhne opens boutique in Beirut; Cartier inaugurates the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain

Dubai International Airport handles 6.9m passengers; Wafi Mall Dh14.7 million heist: 'Pink Panther' in Dubai court; Dubai non-oil foreign trade hits Dh319 billion

Swiss watchmaking remained negative in April 2016, while UAE, Qatar and Kuwait showed double digit growth; Richemont reveals its Geneva based "Campus Genevois de Haute Horlogerie"

Citizen Watch Co. acquired Swiss watchmaker Frederique Constant; Dubai to achieve the status of world’s top retail destination by next year; SIHH 2017 announces the arrival of new exhibitors

Richemont posts weak results; Damas sets its eyes on a Saudi sparkle; Blancpain officially unveils their newest flagship boutique in Hong Kong

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine: Advertising Spend (Part 2/2) - Watch & Jewellery Sector Analysis – 2015

de GRISOGONO announces the acquisition of the right to one of the world’s largest and rarest diamonds; Dubai expects 15 million overnight visitors in 2016; Kering’s Luxury sale increases by 3% in 1Q

The Highly Anticipated Dubai Watch Week Returns for a Second Edition this November; Swiss watch exports dropped by 16.1% in March; Louis Vuitton sues fried chicken restaurant in South Korea

Hermes Group sales increase by 18% during 2015; LVMH 1Q Jewellery & Watch revenue rises; Dubai Airport passengers’ numbers hit 6.3m in February

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine: Advertising Spend 2015 Analysis – Watch & Jewellery Sector

Arab economies expected to grow by 2.8% in 2016; Dubai retail market to expand by 7.7 per cent in 2016; Swatch Group announces Stephen Urquhart to Retire, and names Omega’s New President

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Dubai tops region’s luxury shopping cities for rich & famous

Swiss Watch Federation on a visit to Iran; BMW and Montblanc present “Montblanc for BMW” Special Edition; Chopard’s exceptional art installation at Mall of the Emirates, Dubai

VICENZAORO DUBAI

Swiss Watch Exports fell to -3% Worldwide in February 2016 while Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and U.A.E recorded a double digit average growth; Abu Dhabi GDP grows 5.5 percent in Q3 2015

VICENZAORO DUBAI

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Salon des Grandes Complications 2016 Edition

UAE still a top-draw attraction for global brands; Breitling unveils Smart Watch in Dubai; Zenith watches dropping its prices

VICENZAORO DUBAI will open up a new chapter for the industry

Oman opens its arm to America’s cup and Bremont; Cartier celebrates the Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards in Dubai; HYT raises CHF23 Million for New Proprietary Technological Launch

Swiss Watch Exports – (January 2016) recorded a marginal increase in the Middle East; VAT to be introduced in UAE in 2018; WATCHES&WONDERS becomes a Biennial

Richemont acquires remaining interest in Roger Dubuis; Swatch Group sales fall in 2015; Bremont announces their latest ambassador

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine - Swiss Watch Exports – (Jan-Dec 2015)

Richemont drops 4% in sales; Cartier appoints new CEO Cyrille Vigneron; Baume & Mercier opens its new Boutique at the Beirut Souks

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Jewellery worth $1.2m seized at Qatar airport; Van Cleef & Arpels in association with Asia jewellers reopens its boutique in Moda Mall, Bahrain

Swiss Watch exports scored High in the Middle East during the month of November 2015; Ahmed Bin Sulayem Executive Chairmen of DMCC appointed Chairmen of Kimberley Process

Swiss Watch Exports falls 12% in October; Sultanate of Oman to host the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series in 2016 Event; Dubai International Jewellery Week celebrates Jewellery Design Awards

GCC states agree on key issues for VAT; Cartier hosts International Dubai Polo Challenge; Chopard opens its new boutique in Jordan

13th edition of Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition; Swiss watch exports falls 12% in October; LVMH takes minority stake in Italian jeweller Repossi

The Grand Opening of Jewellery Arabia 2015; UAE economy to raise by 3% in 2015; Cartier CEO Stanislas de Quercize resigns

Market Report: 11th Edition of Middle East “Watch of the Year” Awards

Jewellery Arabia 2015 world’s most valuable guitar to make a splash; The 11th Middle East Jewellery of the year Awards; Chopard opens its new Boutique in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Swiss Watch Exports fall in the third month of September; LVMH revenue increased by 18% Year-to-Date with Jewellery and Watches +22%; Saudi Arabia and UAE are expected to see big surge in millionaire

Market Report : Participants at Salon des Grandes Complications 2015 announced

Dubai-Swiss trade reaches Dh16b in first half of 2015; UAE GDP to grow 3.5% to Dh1.6 trillion; Retailers gear up for launch of Apple Watch in the UAE

Exclusive interview with Mr. Carlos Rosillo, CEO of Bell & Ross; Richemont overall sales up 4 per cent in the five month period of 2015

Breaking News: Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH endorses Salon des Grandes Complications 2015

Excerpts from the interview with Mr. Yassin Tag, Brand Manager - Middle East & Indian Sub-Continent, Vacheron Constantin; DMCC unveils ‘Burj2020 District’ concept at 2015 Cityscape Global Conference

Exclusive interview with Hassan Akhras, founder of Arab Watch Guide; DIFC announces strong growth in number of companies in first half of 2015; Dubai International Airport traffic rose to 6.68 million

Swiss watch exports sharply lower in July; Chinese visitors to Dubai increase 25% but their spending falls as yuan weakens; Tiffany profit misses estimates as currency weighs on sales

Hotel occupancy in Dubai rises 26 percent in July; Pandora profit up by 41% in Q2; Harry Winston reopens its retail salon in Harrods

LVMH Watches and Jewelry Group recorded a +10% during the first half of 2015; Kering posted 17% increase in revenue during first half of 2015

Swatch Group's Profit drops by 19% during the first half of 2015; Richard Mille congratulates E-DAMS Renault for its constructor's World Championship title

Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates 10-year partnership with Venice International Film Festival; Richard Mille announces the opening of a seasonal Pop-up Exhibition

BOVET 1822 Heads the Jury at Concorso d'Eleganza Pininfarina; Hysek opens its new outlet in Dubai; HYT announces its first ambassador Jean-Eric Vergne

Market Report : Salon des Grandes Complications 2015 edition

UAE has topped regional countries for inclusive growth; Abu Dhabi International Airport passenger numbers increased by 14.9% in May; Vacheron Constantin collaborates with its retail partner Mistal

Christophe Claret in partnership with Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons; F.P.Journe awarded “Best of the Best 2015” in the category Classic Design; Paris Gallery ranks the ‘Top Companies in the Arab World 2015’

UAE to witness highest growth in private wealth in the GCC; Qatar GDP to grow at 7.3% next year; Dubai gold trade works to win its shine back

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine : Advertising Spend (Part 4/4)-Watch & Jewellery Sector Analysis – 2014

UAE luxury retail segment expected to slow down; UAE retains top 10 retail spot for emerging markets; UAE named second-biggest Rolls-Royce market

LVMH to buy Le Parisien newspaper; Richemont's profit fell 35.5 percent; Movado's profit fell 51% to $3.6 million

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine: Advertising Spend (Part 3/4) - AGCC, Pan Arab & Arastan Media Markets

Dubai ranked the world’s second hottest shopping destination; UAE passenger numbers increased by 17.3% in first four months; Chopard’s new brand ambassador Petra Nemcova

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine : Advertising Spend (Part 2/4)-Watch & Jewellery Sector Analysis – 2014

Rolex demands an apology from Italian officials; Why UAE residents buy more gold than other GCC residents?; Dubai Festival City takes on a Dh1.2b transformation

Market Report by Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine: Advertising Spend 2014 Analysis – Watch & Jewellery Sector

UAE - GCC is expected to grow by 3.4 per cent in 2015 on low public debt levels; ROLEX SA announces Mr. Jean-Frederic DUFOUR as Chief Executive Officer; Qatar hosts the first CHANEL Watches & Fine Jew

Swiss watch exports record 6.3% in March 2015; Bahrain’s real GDP growth hit 4.5 percent; The launch of Bulgari Resort and Residences in Dubai

Graff reports strong profit of +41% with strong demand on Jewellery in the Middle East; Mouawad Celebrates its 125th Anniversary; VicenzaOro Dubai International Jewellery show inaugurates at the DWTC

LVMH sees 16% revenue growth in Q1; IWC Schaffhausen hosted an exhibition Portofino Midsize collection in Abu Dhabi; Tiffany & Co. unveils the 2015 Blue Book Collection

Apple expects smartwatch demand to exceed supply at launch; Four UAE families in the Forbes Middle East’s list of the 100 richest Arabs 2015; Vacheron Constantin presents Métiers d'Art Savoirs Enlumin

Apple Watch launch delayed in Switzerland; UAE economy to grow despite low oil prices; Movado's posts 4Q profit increase by 40%

Breaking News: Tiffany & Co. launches the new Tiffany CT60 watch collection worldwide

The 43rd Baselworld watch and jewellery show 2015 ends on a positive note; Swiss watch exports off to a positive start in January 2015 with Qatar and Kuwait recording double digit increase

Montegrappa Calligraphy Pen/Booklet - limited edition comprising 512 pieces; GRAHAM presents Geo.Graham Tourbillon; LAURENT FERRIER revealed a new version of the globe with enamel dial featuring the

Graff presents Diamond MasterGraff Grand Date Dual Time Tourbillon; Boucheron showcased the beautiful EPURE D’ART L I ERRE D E LUMIERE; Miss Suisse Laetitia Guarino special appearance with Balmain

Swiss watchmaking in February 2015 Results adversely affected by Hong Kong; Faberge´ unveils the Faberge´ Pearl Egg at Baselworld; Rolex reveals calibre 3255: A new generation mechanical movement

Bulgari unveils the Diagono Magnesium Concept Watch; Academy Georges Favre-Jacot by Zenith; Hermes goes Slim

TAG Heuer, Google, and Intel announces Swiss smartwatch collaboration; Patek Philippe introduces Calatrava Pilot Travel Time; Happy Sport Medium Automatic Two Tone by Chopard

Baselworld 2015 commenced with the inaugural press conference; Baselworld 2015 Trends; Hublot unveils the 2015 novelties

Swiss watch exports off to a positive start in January 2015; Apple presents Apple Watch; Chopard presents Happy Diamonds New Campaign

Swatch Group on the defense again in Tiffany & Co case; Dubai International passenger traffic grows 7.7 percent in January; La Montre Hermès appoints new CEO Laurent Dordet

Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition 2015 opens a stunningly beautiful theatre of spectacular pieces from across the world; Kering Tough Market for Luxury Watches, Jewelry

Chalhoub Group will move to Dubai Design District; Dubai Mall is the world’s most visited lifestyle destination; Abu Dhabi hotel revenue rise over 3.4m tourist arrivals

Major Middle East Markets lead in growth while Swiss watch exports ended the year 2014 on negative note; LVMH watch division struggled in 2014; Dubai International Airport targets world’s top aviation

Golfer dies at Omega Dubai Desert Classic- pro-am tournament got cancelled; Chinese tourists visiting Dubai rises by 25% in 2014; Dubai Airports bullish on international passengers flow in 2015

Harry Winston reopens its Boutique in Paris; Al Manara International Jewellery opens its largest boutique in Yas Mall; Parmigiani Fleurier sponsors the Address Montgomerie Dubai

Fifth Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Fourth Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Third Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Second Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH)Geneve

Reporting live from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Euro drop should mean cheaper GCC luxury prices; Dubai Duty Free sales to reach Dh6.99 billion - (US$ 1,9 billion) in 2014; Saint Honore to open 70 stores within stores by 2020

Swiss Watch Exports declined -4%, while Middle East exports increased in some double digit figures; Saudi Arabia expected to raise 2015 expenditure; UAE Prime Minister approves $11.1bn budget for 2015

Dubai Duty Free 31st Anniversary sales rise to Dhs188.86 million; TAG Heuer CEO Resigns as brand lowers its sights; RICHARD MILLE – Pablo Mac Donough and La Dolfina win the Triple Crown in Argentina

Saudi Arabia's GDP growth forecast at 3.42; Dubai Duty Free extends 25% pre-Christmas sale; Qatar economy to rise by 7.7pc in 2015

Tiffany & Co. revenue raised by 5.3% to $959M in the third quarter; Swiss watch exports increased by high levels in value and volume in October 2014; Movado sales fall in weak watch market

Inauguration of UAE’s first Salon des Grandes Complications; First Middle East Gems and Jewellery Forum opens in Dubai; DMCC announces the inaugural ‘Vincenzaoro Dubai’ show

THE ULTIMATE JEWELLERY AND WATCH SHOWCASE IN THE MIDDLE EAST OPENS

Richemont sees profit plunge, but shares surge; Abu Dhabi economy increase by 4.8% in 2013; Middle East carriers records 15.8% with the increase in international air travel

Swiss watch exports increase by 2.8% in September with 8.2% increase in the Middle East; Antiquorum Auctioneers and Mishal Kanoo hosted two-day exhibition of Modern and Vintage timepieces in Dubai

Christie’s 17th sale in Dubai touched on almost US$ 16 Million; Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates its fourth year as major partner of the Abu Dhabi Film Festival

LVMH's Jewelry sales rise 2%; Dubai Mall is the best mall in the UAE; Weak gold prices add glow to watch and jewellery show

Cartier and Tiffany & Co. make the list of the Best Global Brands; Dubai hotel occupancy grows to 76.3 percent; Bahrain economy grew by 5.6% in Q2 2014

Market Report: Salon des Grandes Complications to debut in Dubai

Swiss watch market is growing at a slower pace than expected; Tiffany’s gets first female design chief; Qatar’s GDP to grow 7.8 percent by 2016

Market Report - Case Design Can Make all the Difference

Passenger numbers show steady growth in Dubai International; Swiss watch exports remain same as in 2013; Tiffany & Co. T art collection in Mall of Emirates

Swiss Watch Exports increased by 2 percent; Arnold & Son launches in France with Arije stores; de GRISOGONO participates in the first-ever FIA FormulaE Championship

Mall of the Emirates' Evolution 2015 now underway; Movado Group’s sales up 4 percent in Q2; Frederique Constant record first half year results with 26% growth compared to 2013

Annual Middle East Watch of the Year Awards opens for nominations; LVMH's Profit slipped by 4%; Swiss Watch Exports up by 3.0% during the first half-year

Exclusive interview with Mr. Anish Bhatt, Watch Anish; Qatar's GDP to hit USD220.6 billion by 2015; Swiss exports to UAE at AED 13.3 billion in 2013 topped by Jewellery & Watches

Market Report : Arab socialites & their favorite watches

Middle East private wealth rose by 11.6%; Audemars Piguet presents New Maison des Fondateurs; Breguet celebrates with the world’s largest museum the reopening of its Louis XIV to Louis XVI galleries

Swiss Watch Exports increased by 3.8% in April with an increase of 4.8% in the Middle East; Saudi Arabia GDP per capita is expected at $26000; UAE tourism sector is expected to have stable growth i

Dubai International Airport will become the world's largest airport next year; UAE is still the hub for luxury retail in the region; Pure Gold Jewellers to retail ‘UAE Bullion Gold Coins’ by DMCC

UAE attracts global retailers as ranking high by 54.5%; Tiffany & Co. reports first quarter results; Bulgari Hotel to open in Dubai with Meraas

UAE retains 8th position in competitiveness ranking; Tiffany & co sales increased by 13%; Bulgari announces the establishment of a Joint Venture with Al Tayer Insignia

Richemont Group profit was up 3%, from $2.76 billion to $2.84 billion; Chanel presents its latest cruise collection fashion show in Dubai; UAE optimism bounces back at 4th highest globally

UAE economy growth set for a sustainable boom; Qatar likely to see 6% GDP growth this year; Abu Dhabi sees 32 percent rise in hotel guests as revenue climbs

Swiss watch exports flat in March; Abu Dhabi International Airport passenger traffic increase up to 15.1% in Q1 2014; Oman GDP grows by 2.8% in 2013

Most Powerful Women in the Jewellery and Watch Industry

Rolex appoints new CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour; Consumer confidence in Dubai continues to surge; Dubai gold trade increased at $75b in 2013

LVMH Watches and Jewelry revenue reached US$ 841 million in Q1; Dubai hotel occupancies hit 87.6% in February; Abu Dhabi Airport reports 15.6% rise in passenger traffic during February 2014

Abu Dhabi hotel revenues rise by 10% so far in 2014; Movado's net income declined by 11%; Dubai Duty Free sales increased up by 10% during the first quarter of 2014

BASELWORLD 2014 - The World Watch and Jewellery Show - Day 5

BASELWORLD 2014 - The World Watch and Jewellery Show - Day 4

BASELWORLD 2014 - The World Watch and Jewellery Show - Day 3

BASELWORLD 2014 - The World Watch and Jewellery Show - Day 2

BASELWORLD 2014 - The World Watch and Jewellery Show

UAE as preferred investment destination by GCC millionaires; Swatch Group releases Annual Report for 2013; Officine Panerai opens its first boutique in Kuwait

UAE retains Top 10 ranking as importer of Swiss watches; $75m worth of artworks & watches for sale at Christie’s Auction; Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade hits Dh1.33tr in 2013

Breitling announces partnership with Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons in the UAE; Qatari Mannai Corporation holds 100 % stake in Damas; Pandora takes over Middle East distribution for US$ 20.2 Million

Swiss watch exports increased by 6 per with strong demand from the Middle East; Pandora Jewellery jumped 85% profit; Abu Dhabi hotel guests up 36% in January

Cartier wins 9th Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge 2014; Dubai vying to be world’s next fashion capital; Saudi Arabia’s GDP grows 5.9 percent in 5 years

Christie’s 2nd watch auction of 120 iconic timepieces in Dubai; Suspect held over Dubai 'Pink Panther' robbery in 2007; Abu Dhabi Duty Free revenue reached Dh912.7m in 2013

Dubai ranked 3rd “most dynamic” city in the world; Swatch reports 17% jump in earnings for 2013; LVMH's watch and jewelry revenue down by 2 percent

Richemont senior officials meet in Dubai; The Legendary founder of Raymond Weil died last week; Frederique Constant aim to sell 135,000 watches in 2014

Market Report : Vintage is in Vogue - Bringing the Past into the Present

Richemont sales rise 2.8% to $4 billion in Fiscal Q3; LVMH announces Mr Francesco Trapani’s new role as adviser to the group’s chairman; Richemont applies to open stores in India

Third Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Second Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Reporting live from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Richemont sales continue to climb in Q3; Tiffany reported sales +4% to US$ 1.03 billion; DH 1 million worth gold was found in Milk Powder Tins at Sharjah Airport

Swatch sees ‘dynamic’ growth this year after market share gains; Dubai Shopping Festival to spur gold and jewellery sales; UAE Consumers to use online shopping

UAE retailers expect strong business during Dubai Shopping Festival 2014; Abu Dhabi hotel occupancy exceeds 2.5m visitors; UAE’s pearl trade grows by 15%

Tiffany & Co. to pay Swatch Group damages totalling CHF 402 million; Bahrain’s national economy grows 4.6% in the third quarter of 2013; Qatar economic growth forecast raises to 6 percent in 2013

UAE – Emirates of Abu Dhabi's DED captures USD9.5 m worth of counterfeit products; Swiss Watch exports grew 1.1% year on year to $2.5 billion till October 2013; Maggie Cheung, Nicole Richie and Serena

Saudi GDP grows by 3.19 percent in Q3; 24th edition of SIHH will be held from 20th to 24th January 2014; 11th edition of the Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition 2014 will be from 24th February to 2nd

Jewellery Arabia 2013 declared a huge success - 22nd edition records more visitors, more exhibitors & new features

Swatch takes major stake in Dubai's Rivoli by buying additional 18 per cent stake; Dubai’s GDP increases by 4.7%; Cartier watch exhibition opens in Dubai Mall

Trafalgar - Chopard’s exclusive distributor in Kuwait unveiled the biggest magazine supplement as certified by the Guinness Book of World Records; $ 1.2 Million ring stolen by two Chinese; La Montre H

Market Report: 9th Edition of the Middle East Premier Awards 2013

Richemont sales in Middle East/Europe rose by 8 percent; Louis Vuitton to double the size of Dubai Mall store; Lamborghini gold toy $ 7.4m debut in Dubai

UAE billionaires gone up to 37 in 2012 with a total wealth of $ 45 billion- Saudi Arabia ranked at No. 9; UAE boosts high gold jewellery demand; Dubai Duty Free sales growth by 11% sales up in ten mon

flydubai plane found $1.9m of gold in toilet; UAE and Qatar have the highest average wealth rate in the Middle East; Passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport up 13.1% in September

Swiss Watch Exports up by 8.5% with Bahrain 126% and Kuwait 46.1%; Chopard’s Classic Racing collection unveiled at the Dubai Mall; Ahmed Siddiqi and Sons hosts the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève ex

Tiffany confirms final split from Swatch; LVMH sales growth sees a slowdown; Dubai Duty Free’s nine month sales up 12%

Kingdom of Bahrain arrests cross dressing Rolex thieves; Mall of Qatar comes with super-sized intent; Audemars Piguet celebrated brand ambassador LeBron James on the launch of his new watch

Abu Dhabi International Airport Passenger Traffic Increases by 18.5% in August 2013; World population to reach 9.7 billion by 2050; Retail sector in Dubai has room for expansion

First ‘Watches&Wonders’ expo attracts strong interest in Asia

GCC Economic growth to reach 4% in 2013; Modern Limited Edition Watches Achieved Excellent Results in Antiquorum; Tiffany & Co. appointed new President

Hotels in the Middle East region proved resilient this year; Dubai’s Gold Retailers are reached out by Indian jewellery makers; Dubai's DMCC becomes UAE's largest free zone

High Jewellery Houses sparkle again in the City of Light by Victoria Townsend

Mall of the Emirates strengthening its fashion district; Dubai’s non-oil trade rose 16 percent for the first half of 2013; Tiffany & Co. names design director

Gulf States among top 20 most competitive economies in the world; Saudi Arabia posts economic growth up 2.7% in Q2; Oman population increased by 6.5%

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Across the Middle East, the consumer confidence level remains very optimistic; Dubai airport passenger traffic rises 6.1% to more than 5.31m in July; Movado Q2 sales climb by 17%

Gold sales in UAE remain stable; Dubai population rose by over 5 percent in last 12 months; Pandora posts profit increase of +584 percent in Q2

Dubai retailers see steady growth in sales during the current Eid Holidays; Economy growth of Saudi Arabia seem to be 3% to 3.5% in 2013; Abu Dhabi Duty Free sales up to 17% in H1

Proposal to turn Dubai into Gold manufacturing hub; LVMH’s watch and jewelry segment sales slip in first half; Swatch Group reports 8% increase in H1 sales

Swiss watch exports sustained growth in the Middle East with UAE 19.4% and KSA 13 %; Luxury BMW cars looking for direct sales via Internet; Dubai offers Gold as a reward for weight loss

DMCC plans to build world's tallest commercial tower in Dubai; Qatar- backed Louis Vuitton acquires Loro Piana for $2.57bn; Dubai accounts for 30% Middle east Luxury Market

Bahrain economic growth accelerates strongly in Q1 2013; Dubai’s Wafi Mall jewel thief film set for US premiere; Tiffany & Co.’s former executive accused for stealing jewellery

Qatar real GDP up by 6.2% in Q1; Dubai luxury retail growth surpassed the growth in other developed markets; Jordan economy grows 2.6% in Q1

UAE is ranked 5th place in Global retail index; Retail market in GCC to reach USD 221 billion by 2015; Gold prices hits at two and a half year low

Swiss Watch Exports increased by 6%; Patek Philippe clock watch records at New York sale; Najwa Karam the new face of Mouawad Women’s Watch Line

New Dubai hub to develop fashion and luxury sectors; UAE luxury segment to hit $2 billion in 2013; Movado's net income rose 21%

Chopard’s World largest outlet opens doors in Kuwait

Tiffany & Co. results beat Wall Street expectations; Harry Winston buys $26.7 million Diamond at an Auction in Geneva; Dubai holds the second most important international retail destination

Richemont Group reported sales growth of $13 billion; UAE economic growth accelerates to 4.4% in 2012; de Grisogono €2 million necklace stolen at the Cannes Film Festival

Harry Winston announces new CEO; Stephane Linder is TAG Heuer new CEO; Mont Blanc and Jaeger-LeCoultre named two new CEOs

Market Report: BaselWorld 2013

The world luxury market in 2012 reached US $ 302 billion; UAE visitors spent $4.7bn Visa bill in 2012; Damiani in with Bulgari out

Richemont’s Fiscal Year Net Income rises around 30%; Hermes sales gains 10.3 percent in Q1 2013; PPR (Kering) acquires Pomellato

Swatch Watch celebrates its 30th anniversary with a very special concept watch system51; CONTATEMPO SCUDERIA watches at BASELWORLD 2013; Harry Winston presented the OPUS XIII: EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED

OMEGA Speedmaster in Black Ceramic; Graham releases First Silverstone Skeletonized Watch; Hublot – Big Bang Ferrari “Carbon Red Magic”

TAG Heuer presented a double launch of the new chronograph technology the Carrera MikroPendulum 100th-of-a-Second Chronograph & The TAG Heuer Carrera MikroPendulumS 100th-of-a-Second Concept Chronogra

Rolex introduced the OYSTER PERPETUAL YACHT –MASTER II; Arnold & Son launches the DBS; R-J Romain Jerome presented the Moon Orbiter, a timepiece with exceptional watchmaking

Federal Councilor Widmer-Schlumpf opens the New World Watch and Jewellery Show, Baselworld 2013

Market Report: Swiss watch exports in 2012

Jewels of Arabia and Times of Arabia coffee table books by MPP-ME will take center stage at BaselWorld; LVMH - Q1 jewelry, watches sales up 2%; UAE 2012 oil income hits record $124.7 billion and $351.

Prada to target Gulf States; Dh220m gold refinery to be built in Dubai; Angelina Jolie and Robert Procop to build charity schools

Advertising Spend (Part 4/5) - Watch & Jewellery Sector Analysis – 2012

Advertising Spend (Part 4/5) - Watch & Jewellery Sector Analysis – 2012

UAE economy to grow 3.3% in 2013; PPR announced its new name and logo; Dior and Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons new partnership in the UAE

Market Report: Taking a Beating and Ticking - Today’s Sports Watch Push Their Limits

Dubai airport passenger numbers continue to soar; Harry Winston Inc. completes the selling procedure; Who will be the lucky buyer of Pomellato?

Movado Group reported 4Q profit falls; Tiffany fourth quarter net edges up; Paris Gallery plans South Africa expansion

Diamond Financing Theme Planned for Dubai Diamond Conference; Cartier inaugurated its new Boutique in K.S.A with Asia Jewellers; Pandora pays Trollbeads $33M for IP rights

Advertising Spend 2012 Analysis - Watch & Jewellery Sector in the AGCC, Pan Arab & Arastan Media Markets (Part 3/5)

Swatch Group reported 14% sales increase in 2012; State of Qatar increase its stake in Tiffany & co to 11% ; UAE easiest Arab place for starting projects according to World Bank

Advertising Spend 2012 Analysis - Watch & Jewellery Sector in the AGCC, Levant, Pan Arab & Arasian Media Markets (Part 2/5)

Tag Heuer announced the launch of the e-commerce site for the online consumers

Advertising Spend 2012 Analysis - Watch & Jewellery Sector in the Middle East (Part 1/5)

Princess Haya crowns Sheikha Maitha, winner of Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge 2013; In daring operation Brussels airport and De Beers store in Paris diamonds were stolen

Dh10.2bn worth of gold and jewellery bought in UAE in 2012; Swatch group to expand boutique concept in the USA; Jaeger-LeCoultre reaffirms its support to the marine sites protection program

UAE consumer confidence fifth highest in the world; Swatch Group exceeded its CHF 8 billion Target; The Dubai mall visitors reached 65 million in 2012

Abu Dhabi Duty Free posts 24% revenue increase in 2012; Stephen Gallacher is crowned Omega Dubai Desert Classic 2013 Champion; The Scuderia Ferrari on Hublot Time

Richemont reported 4% revenue in third-quarter 2012; Mouawad opens a new boutique in Doha; Bremont opens new head quarters in Oxfordshire

Second Live Report from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Reporting live from Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) Geneve

Breaking News: Swatch buys Harry Winston for $1 Billion

Swatch Group 2012 Sales; Tiffany & Co. posts sales increase in 2012; UAE GDP to grow 4% in 2013

Total Swiss watch exports climbed up 13 % year-to-date as of Nov 2012; Dubai Duty Free records 14% surge in Sales; Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry’s partnership with Shop-in-Shops (SIS)

Tiffany & Co reported net Q3 Sales of $853 Million; Audemars Piguet announces Associate Sponsor Partnership with Art Basel; Cartier Women's Initiative Awards 2013 to reveal tomorrow's talents in Women

Market Report: GCC retail sales to reach close to Dh1 trillion by end-2016

Rolex is the Official watch of Formula 1 from 2013; Cartier’s opens Fine Jewellery creations exhibition at Avenue - Etihad Towers; Rory McIlroy wins the Dubai World Championship

Market Report: CEO Choices of 2012 – Brands Offer Delightful Mix by Roberta Naas

VAT may come to the UAE in 2014: What will it mean for you?

Harry Winston buys BHP Billiton diamond business for $500 million; Richemont's Profit +52 percent; Jaeger-LeCoultre inaugurates its newest flagship boutique at Place Vendome

JEWELLERY ARABIA 2012 SHOW REPORT

Swiss watch exports remains strong in 2012; Bahraini based Investcorp buys Georg Jensen; Tiffany & Co. plans new multi store 10,000 sq foot flagship in Paris

‘Avenue at Etihad Towers’ officially opens its doors

Al-Futtaim Watches – UAE plans assembling facility in India

LVMH posts revenue increase to 15 percent in Q3 of 2012; Swiss Watch Exports up 16 percent with Asia accounts more than half; Grand opening of Roger Dubuis Boutique in Dubai

OMEGA launches the Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M ”SKYFALL” Limited Edition watch in a style; RJ-Romain Jerome Octopus launched in the UAE

Market Report – The 8th Edition of the Middle East Premier Awards 2012

Fast Timing by Roberta Naas

Exclusive Interview with Jean Claude Biver Hublot’s board chairman; Good response obtained for nominations for the Premier Middle East Watches, Jewellery & Pens Awards 2012 Edition

Bernard Arnault seeking the Belgian citizenship; Swiss exports increases 4.4 percent in August; Cartier celebrates launch of the New Tank Anglaise watch

Luxury goods still in high demand in the Middle East; Tiffany & Co. posts $92 million earnings in Q2; Van Cleef & Arpels inaugurates its new boutique in Abu Dhabi

UAE ranks among the Top Ten importers of Swiss timepieces; Richemont reports a slowdown in sales since May; Harry Winston Profit dropped by 52 percent

Jewellery Arabia 2012 - A Dazzling Date for your Diary; The 8th Middle East Premier Awards for Watches, Jewellery and Pens; Harry Winston Inc into a financing agreement facility

Swiss watch exports rise 16 percent in H1 of 2012; Middle East luxury market to grow 15 percent this year; Swatch Group posts Double-Digit Growth in both Sales and Profit

Swatch tentative agreement to reduce movements supply by 70 percent; UAE upholds its ranking among the world’s Top 10 confident nations; Qatar budget surplus rises to $12b last fiscal year

Market Report- Paris Fashion Show- sneak preview on the forthcoming prestigious Biennale des Antiquaires, Grand Palais - Paris September 14 – 23-2012

Dubai to attract a growing numbers of high profile individuals; Dubai Duty Free posts sales up by 11 percent in H1; LEVANT JEWELLERY opens its store at The ATLANTIS Resort

Piaget opens its boutique in Avenue at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi; Sir Elton John’s 14th Annual White Tie and Tiara Ball in association with Chopard; OMEGA presents Planet Ocean film in Rio

UAE named as the second preferred international market; Swatch and CK brands President announces retirement; Cartier Queen’s Cup 2012 with Dubai defeated Ayala team

Saudi Arabia named as world's 8th high growth economy; Jaeger-LeCoultre opens its new boutique in Abu Dhabi; OMEGA launches the Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M”SKYFALL” Limited Edition

Harry Winston posts 34 percent sales increase in Q1; Oldest pearl discovered in UAE; Montblanc celebrates the official opening of its new and biggest concept store in the world

Prada to add 260 stores on demand of emerging countries including the Gulf; Movado sales profit increases to $7M in Q1; Graff pulls $1 billion IPO in Hong Kong

Tiffany posts sales up 8 percent in Q1; OMEGA pursues its strong presence in global retail particularly in the Middle East; Dubai International Airport to overtake Heathrow in 2020

Richemont posts strong jewelry (32%) and watch sales (31%) growth; Cartier to celebrate the grand opening ot its newest boutique in Abu Dhabi today; Van Cleef & Arpels presents the Couleurs de Paradis

Tiffany & Co. signs joint venture agreement with Damas Jewellery; Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons launches its new concept Store: 1915 by Seddiqi; Hermes inaugurates its new store in Abu Dhabi

Richemont announces its plan for a new watchmaking campus; GCC economies to see further growth by 5.3 percent in 2012; Raymond Weil recently inaugurates its new boutique at Pearl Qatar

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons and HAMG acquire Al Manara Jewellery of Abu Dhabi

UAE trade surplus soars by 36 percent in 2011; The Emirates-Longines show jumping season for 2011-2012 comes to a grand finale; Montblanc unveils the “Collection Princesse Grace de Monaco” in Dubai

LVMH sales jump by 25 percent to $8.636 billion in Q1; Swatch Group announced the acquisition of Simon Et Membrez SA; Dubai ranks the second targeted city by international retailers

Saudi GDP increases by 6.6 percent in Q4 2011; Ulysse Nardin acquires Ebel Chronograph Movement; Harrods launches the new Fine Jewellery & Watch Rooms; Sotheby’s Geneva to auction over 700 Jewels

Chopard’s homage during the Cannes Film Festival; Hublot as Official Watch of UEFA EURO 2012™; Longines as official timekeeper of the Dubai World Cup 2012; Bulgari Monete Optical Illusion event

Tiffany & Co. reports double-digit sales and earnings growth; Movado posts 22.5 percent sales increase and net income of $32 million in 2011; Mannai Corporation to take over Damas

UAE economy expected to grow to almost 4 percent in 2012; Middle East online advertising spend increased by 80 percent in 2011; Van Cleef & Arpels unveils its latest High Jewellery collection at DDD

Cartier as main sponsor of Art Dubai 2012; Audemars Piguet Ambassador climbs to World Number 1; Baselworld 2012 closes with excellent results

Advertising Spend (Part 2/3) - Watch & Jewellery Sector Analysis – 2011

Around 10kg of gold stolen from Damas Store; Sotheby's Geneva to offer Jewels from the Personal Collection of Suzanne Belperron; A. Lange & Sohne set to open its first Middle East boutique

Swatch Group to expand its Swiss headquarters; Cartier to enchant the world again with a cinematic work of art; Sotheby's Geneva to auction the "Beau Sancy"

Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition attracts biggest crowds; Louis Vuitton moving to Geneva in 2013; Dubai Police arrest the robber of Dh1m worth jewellery

UAE’s GDP increases 3.3 percent in 2011; Hublot is the ‘Official Timekeeper’ of Al Wasl Football Club for the next two seasons (2011-2012); Montegrappa opens Boutique in Qatar

Swatch 2011 report shows 21.7 percent increase gross sales; LVMH posts 16 percent revenue increase in 2011; UAE business sees robust growth in January

Luxury Retail scored 18 percent growth in 2011 in the Dubai; Tiffany set to expand in United Arab Emirates; DSF promotions and tourism inflow help retailers boost sales

Tiffany & Co. posts worldwide sales up by 7 percent; Mouawad to sponsor World Champion Powerboat Racer; X Fathoms Exhibition opens at the Cite du Temps in Geneva

Swatch Group marks new Sales record in 2011; Damas founding members plan to sale shares; Cartier inaugurates its newest Boutique in Beirut; Hublot appoints new Chief Executive Officer

Post Show Report: Jewellery Arabia 2011 Shines On; Ahmed Seddiqi and Sons donates Dh7m hybrid OT system; Jewellery shoppers to get the chance to win 19kg of gold; Dubai Duty Free reaches 2011 target

UAE's GDP to grow 3.3 percent in 2011; Christie’s record breaking evening sale of Elizabeth Taylor Collection; OMEGA hosts exclusive lunch with Michelle Wie; Hublot presents new alloys for Watchmaking

Experts foresee highest job growth in UAE next year; Fine Writing Brings Luxury and Leaders Together at the G20-G8 Summit

Tiffany & Co profit soars +63 percent in Q3; Movado sales rise 16 percent in 2011 Q3; Rolex Tower in Dubai wins overall project of the year at the Middle East Architect Awards 2011

Fifty One East opens its largest luxury store at Lagoona; Graff reportedly planning for $1b IPO; The world's largest known yellow diamond was sold for over $10.9 million

The Middle East Premier Awards for Watches, Jewellery and Pens 2011 - Comprehensive Result

Twenty three winners will be announced at the Middle East Premier Awards 2011; UAE ranks number 7 on optimistic nations list; Dhamani inaugurates its new global headquarters in Dubai

Qatar outlook reaches growth rate of 15 percent of real GDP in 2011; As a key sponsor, Audi extends support to the Middle East Premier Awards 2011 Edition; Exclusive interview with Mr. Giuseppe Aquila

LVMH posts sales growth in Q3 of 2011 despite downturn fears; Mouawad launches the new Rosette Collection at Abu Dhabi Jewellery & Watch Show; UAE's non-oil foreign trade climbs 14 percent in 2010

UAE Gold trade reaches 600 tons; Saif Ali Khan receives the Jaeger-LeCoultre Glory to the Actor Award at the Abu Dhabi Film Festival; Blancpain Endurance Series – Silverstone

Top International Watch & Jewellery Brands to compete in ME Premier Awards; Jewellery Arabia celebrating its 20 Glittering Years; Trade exchange between UAE and Switzerland reaches AED8.6 Billion

Ali Bin Ali Group in a remarkable mentoring initiative with Qatar Foundation; Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons and Gc event to announce UAE representatives for 'Smart Luxury'

Richemont wins $37M counterfeit judgment; Swatch Group: Universo Ltd. acquires the Energizer site in La Chaux-de-Fonds; Only Watch Charity Auction achieves an outstanding € 4.5 million

Swatch Group terminates Tiffany Watch Deal; Harry Winston sales rise 45 percent in Q2 2011; Hermes posts sales moved up 22 percent and net income 49.5 percent in H1

Richemont announces five-month sale up 29 percent; Dubai airport records 8.9 percent increase in passenger traffic in H1; Saudi sees economic growth by 6.5 percent in 2011

Swatch announces Double Digit increase in Sales, Profit in H1; LVMH Watch and Jewelry Sales +30 percent in 1H 2011; Bulgari posts 24 percent increase in 1H sales

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Swiss Watch Industry reports 21.7% increase; JK Rowling wears Bulgari earrings at the World Premiere; Premier Presents Northwest Territories Diamonds to Their Royal Highnesses

Cartier presents in Riyadh unique and complicated timepieces; Lebanese Jewellery House designs the wedding necklace for Princess Charlene of Monaco; Van Cleef & Arpels - Princely wedding Monaco 2011

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons launches its Second Store at Burj Al Arab Hotel; Chopard partners with the Elton John AIDS foundation; Jaeger-LeCoultre announces George Chakra as friend of the brand

Tiffany & Co. opens new Regional Headquarters in UAE; UAE economy to grow 3.2 percent in 2011; Frederique Constant celebrates the 5th Anniversary of the Manufacture

Global Brands set eyes on Local Market; Joint Venture Agreement between Swatch Group and Saleh Mohammad Alzouman Sons Co. Ltd. Saudi Arabia; Qatar named as Richest Nation on Earth

Exclusive interview with Mr. Angelo Bonati, CEO of Panerai; Mouawad partners with Al Wasl Sports Club; De Beers - Diamdel to Open in Dubai; Tech-Airport opens new boutique in Venice

Abbas Behbehani: Watch Collector Extraordinaire by Roberta Naas; F1 Grand Prix a successful return to the Kingdom of Bahrain; Diamonds and Gold top UAE's trade

UAE show economic growth in 2011; Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons underscores importance of Luxury Timepieces to UAE's Retail Industry; Tiffany Q1 profit up by 26 percent

Richemont announces strong annual sales growth; LVMH $650 million fund hunts for emerging Asian brands; Dubai display the world’s largest gold ring worth over $3 million

Exclusive interview with Zenith CEO Jean-Frederic Dufour; DGCX April volumes hits 111 percent increase; Bulgari posts strong profit increase up almost 29 percent

Rolex appoints new CEO; Piaget hosts an exhibition with Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons; Chanel and Ahmed Seddiqi and Sons revealed J12 Chromatic; Rivoli opens first Longines boutique in Abu Dhabi

PRADA Group partners with UAE based Al Tayer Insignia LLC; Patek Philippe on outlook for further growth; Damas acquires 98 percent stake in Saudi joint venture

Christie’s Tenth Middle Eastern Art Sale in Dubai reaches $8 million; Retail gold prices in UAE roars to new all-time high at Dh180/g; Study reveals the biggest spenders in UAE

Rolf W. Schnyder, CEO of Ulysse Nardin has unexpectedly passed away; Exclusive interview with Mr. Arthur Boginsky, Owner of Art Creations

Market Report: Damas is close to sign a debt pact deal with all banks. Damas debt valued is about AED 3 billion according to Ibrahim Belsaleh, Damas Chariman.

Exclusive interview with Mr. Walter Von Kanel, Longines President; S.T. Dupont partners with Paris Gallery Group to open four new locations across the UAE

39th BASELWORLD closes on a resounding success with optimism prompted by the recovery that began in early 2010

39th BASELWORLD demonstrates further industry growth; Three Swatch high-end brands posts sales growth of 40-45 percent in Q1 2011; Luxury sales to become trillion dollar industry by 2025

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Exclusive Interview with Perry Oosting, President of Vertu; Gucci announces Joint Venture with Al Tayer Insignia; Patek Philippe to display unique timepiece with Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons

Swiss Watch exports grows 21.1 percent in 2010; Swatch Group to expand production capacity to meet strong demand; Paris police finds Harry Winston stolen jewels in sewer

LVMH to Take Control of Italy's Bulgari

Exclusive interview with Mr. Stanislas de Quercize, CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels; UAE remains a major market for Gems and Jewellery; Christie's to celebrate its 10th sale season in the Middle East

LVMH records double-digit revenue growth in 2010; Middle East consumers gets more quality conscious in buying Diamond; Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge 2011

Gold Jewellery Demand reaches $55.5 Billion in Q3 2010

Exclusive interview with Mr. Sascha Moeri, CEO of Carl F. Bucherer

Christie’s 2010 global art sales posts the highest annual sales total in market history; Dubai Shopping Festival boost gold buying by 50 percent

Swatch Group hits CHF 6.4 Billion sales in 2010; Richemont posts 23 percent sales increase in Q3; Dubai named as top shopping destination in the world

Abu Dhabi GDP is expected to rise by 8 percent; Gold market is expected to grow; UAE Advertisers hopes for better revenue

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