Expansion
Expansion in the jewellery trade signifies strategic growth—whether through entering new geographic markets, launching additional retail outlets (including concessions and pop-ups), diversifying product lines, or broadening online presence. Such developments reflect consumer confidence, brand ambition, and supply-chain agility. Jewellery Focus delivers in-depth, trade-focused coverage of expansion activity across the UK market, spotlighting growth strategies from fledgling designers, established retailers, and manufacturers. We report on site selections, financing approaches, digital vs. physical channel decisions, logistical scaling, and performance measurement. Our analysis supports jewellers, brand teams, distributors, financiers, and suppliers in evaluating risks and opportunities tied to growth initiatives and in executing sustainable, profitable expansion plans.
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Sep- 2025 -15 SeptemberRetailers
The Diamond Store seeks investors as lab-grown demand rises
The Diamond Store, the UK’s largest specialist online diamond jewellery retailer, is reportedly exploring a stake sale to external investors for the first time in its 69-year history, according to Sky News. The outlet has learnt that the London-based business, owned by its founding family, has appointed Cavendish to run…
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2 SeptemberRetailers
Signet Jewelers raises full-year guidance as Q2 sales surge
Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewellery, has raised its full-year guidance as its sales for the 13 weeks ended 2 August 2025 (Q2 2025) increased 3% to $1.54bn (£1.15bn). Same-store sales rose 2%, with fashion and bridal jewellery contributing to a 9% increase in average unit retail…
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Aug- 2025 -15 AugustRetailers
Pandora reports 8% organic growth in Q2 despite macroeconomic headwinds
Pandora has reported 8% organic growth in the second quarter of 2025, with revenues rising to DKK 7.05bn (£800m) despite foreign exchange, tariff and commodity price pressures. Like-for-like (LFL) sales were also up 3%, while network expansion contributed 5% to growth. LFL sales rose 8% in the US and 6%…
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14 AugustEconomy
UK quarterly GDP beats expectations despite slowdown
UK GDP grew 0.3% in the three months to June, behind the 0.7% it grew in the first quarter, as a result of US tariffs and higher business costs, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). However, it is better than expected growth as economists polled by…
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8 AugustRetailers
Tutti appoints Helen Williamson as fractional MD
North Shields-based jewellery brand Tutti has appointed Helen Williamson as its new fractional managing director. The appointment comes as Tutti marks its 20th anniversary with the opening of a new concept store and studio in Harbour House. Williamson brings extensive experience from senior roles in the fashion and retail sector.…
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Jul- 2025 -28 JulyRetailers
Pandora opens new outlet at Manchester Airport
Pandora has opened its first standalone airport store in the UK with the launch of a new outlet at Manchester Airport. Located in Terminal 2, the store forms part of the airport’s £1.3bn Transformation Programme, which aims to deliver upgraded facilities for passengers and staff. The launch marks a milestone…
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4 JulyRetailers
Kit Heath secures new listing with T.H. Baker
Kit Heath has secured a new retail listing with T.H. Baker, a long-established name in the UK jewellery sector. The partnership marks a further step in Kit Heath’s expansion, bringing its sterling silver jewellery collections into T.H. Baker’s curated brand portfolio. The jeweller has traded in the UK for over…
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Jun- 2025 -30 JuneRetailers
Abelini opens second store in Hatton Garden
Jewellery brand Abelini has opened a second store in Hatton Garden today (30 June), expanding its presence in London’s historic jewellery district. The new shop marks a milestone for the family-run business, which has built a following for its bespoke, mid-priced pieces. It joins the company’s existing showroom and online…
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18 JuneDesigners
De Beers London appoints Emmanuelle Nodale as brand CEO
De Beers has announced the appointment of Emmanuelle Nodale as the new brand CEO for De Beers London. This appointment comes as the brand enters a new phase of global expansion and strategic evolution as part of the Group’s Origins strategy. With over 20 years of expertise in shaping and…
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12 JuneRetailers
My Jewellery partners with Freshstream to support international growth
Freshstream Investment Partners has announced a strategic partnership with Dutch jewellery and lifestyle brand My Jewellery to accelerate its international expansion. The investment will see Freshstream work alongside founder and chief executive Sharon Hilgers and chief financial and technology officer Vilmar Bliekendaal, who will continue to lead the business. My…
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