Budget
Budget jewellery occupies an important place in the UK market, catering to cost-conscious consumers without compromising on style or demand for trend-led pieces. For retailers, wholesalers, and designers, this segment presents unique opportunities and challenges—from managing slim margins to sourcing affordable materials and meeting high-volume demands.
Jewellery Focus delivers in-depth coverage of the budget jewellery sector, featuring news on supplier innovations, pricing strategies, consumer buying trends, and regulatory considerations affecting production and imports. Our editorial also explores how brands and independents can balance value with quality to remain competitive in this fast-moving market.
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Mar- 2014 -11 MarchEconomy
Three-month retail sales growth ‘in line’ at 2.8%, says BRC
The three-month average growth in retail sales to the end of February was 2.8 per cent, according to the latest figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). These figures mean the three-month period was in line with the 12-month trend, which now sits at 2.7 per cent growth. However, on…
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Feb- 2013 -19 FebruaryEconomy
Retail business running costs up £20bn since 2006
A British Retail Consortium (BRC) commissioned study by Oxford Economics has revealed that retailers’ operating costs have increased by a fifth since 2006.
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Jan- 2013 -21 JanuaryManufacturers
Craft Finder compiles guide to jewellery commissioning
A new website supported by Arts Council England has created a commissioning guide as a helpful resource for those looking to authorise a bespoke piece of jewellery.
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Dec- 2012 -19 DecemberEconomy
December brings festive season lull on high streets
The festive season has unfortunately brought with it a lull in high street shopping, according to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
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Mar- 2012 -22 MarchEconomy
BUDGET 2012: FSB welcomes Osborne’s measures but highlights ‘missing link’
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has welcomed the Chancellor's Budget speech, but remains concerned about some weaknesses in the case for business.
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20 MarchEconomy
Research findings confirm bridal sector positivity
Research carried out by award-winning contemporary British jeweller Nicholas James has revealed that consumer confidence in purchasing the right engagement ring has not been affected by the recession. The survey, carried out earlier this year among a mixture of men and women, found that a significant 78 per cent would…
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