Gemstone engagement rings capture hearts and market share

Luxury precious rings in a row on display in a jewelry store at a high-end shopping mall. Craig Hastings | Moment | Getty Images Roses are red, violets are blue, gemstones are hot and prices are too. Valentine’s Day has long been one of the most popular days of the year for jewelry and engagements. … Read more

Walmart looks to lab-grown diamonds this Christmas

SECAUCUS, N.J. — Here, shoppers can browse engagement rings, tennis bracelets and pendant necklaces displayed behind glass. Then, they can walk a few yards to grab milk, cereal or socks. Welcome to Walmart. During recent inflation, the world’s largest retailer attracted new and higher-income shoppers with cheaper groceries. Now, it’s trying to cater to that … Read more