NEWS BRIEFING 23 January 2026

A curated edit of the week's global jewellery news - national and international - compiled for industry insight and trend monitoring.

💰 ‘Gold, silver and platinum extend record-setting rally’
Reuters, 23 Jan 2026
Gold, silver and platinum prices reached fresh record highs as investors sought safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty.
www.reuters.com

💰 Asia gold: India premiums surge to decadal high on import tax hike anxiety’
Reuters, 23 Jan 2026
Gold premiums in India jumped to their highest level in over a decade as buyers rushed to purchase jewellery.
www.reuters.com

💰 ‘Goldman Sachs raises 2026-end gold price forecast to $5,400/oz’
Reuters, 22 Jan 2026
Goldman Sachs lifted its gold price forecast citing sustained investor demand.
www.reuters.com

💰  ‘UK retail sales rebound in December as online jewellery spending jumps’
Financial Times, 23 Jan 2026
UK retail sales rose unexpectedly in December, driven in part by strong online jewellery purchases of gold and silver items.
www.ft.com

💰  ‘Traceable gold brand targets growth after deal with net zero mine’
Financial Times, 23 Jan 2026
Single Mine Origin announced expansion plans following a partnership with a net-zero gold mine, highlighting growing demand for traceable jewellery materials.
www.ft.com

💰  ‘Record start to 2026 brings prospect of $5,000 gold into view’
Reuters, 13 Jan 2026
Gold prices surged early in 2026 as strong central-bank demand and investor inflows pushed bullion toward unprecedented levels.
www.reuters.com

💎  ‘The Most Spectacular Jewellery on the 2026 Red Carpet So Far’
British Vogue, 5 Jan 2026
Early awards-season red carpets showcased bold coloured gemstones, archival diamonds and statement necklaces from major jewellery houses.
www.vogue.co.uk

💎  ‘The Most Breathtaking Jewelry at the 2026 Golden Globes’
Vogue, Jan 2026
Celebrities wore standout diamond and gemstone jewellery from leading maisons.
www.vogue.com

💎  ‘Timothée Chalamet’s jewellery moment signals a shift in men’s red-carpet style’
Vogue, Jan 2026
Timothée Chalamet’s choice of fine jewellery reinforced the growing visibility of men embracing high jewellery on the red carpet.
www.vogue.com

💎  ‘Red carpet energy: how award-season jewellery trends are filtering into everyday wear’
British Vogue, Jan 2026
Designers and stylists say red-carpet jewellery is increasingly influencing commercial jewellery design and consumer tastes.
www.vogue.co.uk

💎  ‘Classic diamonds dominate Golden Globes jewellery choices’
WWD, Jan 2026
The Golden Globes jewellery selections leaned toward timeless diamonds and heritage pieces rather than experimental designs.
wwd.com

💎  ‘Why coloured gemstones are back on the celebrity jewellery agenda’
British Vogue, Jan 2026
Stylists point to a renewed appetite for colour on the red carpet, particularly pink sapphires and vibrant emeralds.
www.vogue.co.uk

👗  ‘From Bold Gold to Lucite: 7 jewellery trends taking over 2026’
Marie Claire, 23 Jan 2026
Jewellery trends for 2026 include oversized gold, translucent materials and playful everyday statement pieces.
www.marieclaire.com

👗  ‘Why bold gold jewellery is dominating fashion right now’
Marie Claire, Jan 2026
Fashion editors say chunky gold jewellery is replacing minimalist styles as consumers seek expressive accessories.
www.marieclaire.com

👗 ‘My Favourite Pieces: Val Garland on seeking jewellery with the eye of a magpie’
Financial Times, 23 Jan 2026
Make-up artist Val Garland discusses how sentimental and vintage jewellery shapes her personal style and creative identity.
www.ft.com

👗  ‘How jewellery became fashion’s most expressive accessory’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Designers and stylists increasingly view jewellery as central to personal storytelling rather than a finishing touch.
www.ft.com

👗  ‘Why gender-neutral jewellery is moving into the mainstream’
Marie Claire, Jan 2026
Brands are designing jewellery intended to be worn across genders as consumer attitudes continue to shift.
www.marieclaire.com

👗  ‘Statement jewellery re-emerges as a post-minimalist trend’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Fashion commentators note a renewed appetite for statement jewellery after years of pared-back styling.
www.ft.com

💍  ‘High jewellery shines at the Golden Globes as maisons lean on heritage’
Vogue, Jan 2026
Luxury houses showcased archival designs and signature craftsmanship to reinforce brand heritage on the red carpet.
www.vogue.com

💍  ‘Why high jewellery remains resilient despite record gold prices’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Luxury jewellers report continued demand for exceptional pieces even as raw material costs climb.
www.ft.com

💍  ‘Cartier jewels take centre stage in major international exhibitions’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Museum exhibitions are increasingly spotlighting high jewellery as both cultural artefact and design achievement.
www.ft.com

💍  ‘How traceability is reshaping the future of fine jewellery’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Brands are investing in transparent supply chains as consumers demand greater accountability in luxury materials.
www.ft.com

💍  ‘Why craftsmanship remains central to high jewellery’s appeal’
Vogue, Jan 2026
Editors argue that meticulous craftsmanship continues to distinguish high jewellery from fashion-led collections.
www.vogue.com

💍  ‘Heritage houses double down on signature jewellery codes’
Vogue, Jan 2026
Major maisons are reinforcing recognisable design codes as a response to market volatility.
www.vogue.com

🏛️  ‘Royal jewelry exhibitions across Europe highlight historic collections’
Natural Diamonds, Jan 2026
European museums are presenting royal jewellery exhibitions that explore craftsmanship, power and symbolism.
www.naturaldiamonds.com

🏛️  ‘Paris exhibition presents exceptional jewels to the public’
The Art Newspaper, Dec 2025
A major Paris exhibition showcases historic jewels while examining their cultural and artistic significance.
www.theartnewspaper.com

🏛️  ‘Museums increasingly treat jewellery as fine art’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Curators say jewellery exhibitions now attract wider audiences by bridging art, design and fashion history.
www.ft.com

🏛️  ‘Why jewellery exhibitions are drawing record museum audiences’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Museums report strong attendance for jewellery-focused exhibitions as interest in decorative arts grows.
www.ft.com

🏛️  ‘Historic jewels help museums tell broader cultural stories’
Natural Diamonds, Jan 2026
Curators are using jewellery to explore themes of identity, power and craftsmanship across centuries.
www.naturaldiamonds.com

‘🏛️  Jewellery’s role in preserving decorative-arts heritage’
Financial Times, Jan 2026
Jewellery collections are increasingly central to museums’ decorative arts strategies.
www.ft.com