Blogs
Bain Forecasts 4% Retail Sales Growth in 2025
Bain Forecasts 4% Retail Sales Growth in 2025 Keywords: retail sales, market research
Plumb Club February Podcasts
Focus on the Importance of Color at Retail
New York – The educational Plumb Club monthly podcast postings for February have just been added to the learning library. These two new podcasts help retailers understand the importance of color at retail. While one podcast provides retailers with insights and ideas into Pantone’s “Color of the Year”, the other underscores how a retailer can […]
All Eyes on Diamonds
The diamond market has seen a tumultuous year. Fluctuating prices of both lab-grown and mined diamonds have been a reality in 2024 due to the rise and appreciation among consumers of lab-grown diamonds. Lab-grown diamonds were born in the mid 20th century, but they didn’t take off until recently. It’s this flood of them in […]
Jewelers Mutual® is Newest Company to Join The Plumb Club
New York – The renown of The Plumb Club and its esteemed roster continue to expand with another distinguished company, Jewelers Mutual®, being added to its membership. The Club represents well over 100 jewelry, watch and service brands. Roger Forman, president of The Plumb Club, as well as its member, Marathon Company, commented, “We are […]
What is Shopper Journey Analysis
Shopper Journey Analysis, sometimes called ‘Full Path Analysis’, is a key tool in modern retailers’ arsenals. Data from this mapping can empower retailers to create more efficient, customer-focused, and profitable brick-and-mortar stores. It allows retailers to make data-driven decisions, enhance the customer experience, and ultimately drive success in a highly competitive retail landscape. This […]
2025 Gold Price Forecast
2025 Gold Price Forecast Keywords: gold, metals
Lab-Grown Diamond Directions
Despite dropping prices, lab-grown diamonds are still in big demand with many consumers. Jewelry retailers say their shoppers don’t care—they just want a bigger diamond look for their money. “For a lab-grown diamond buyer, it’s all about price,” Jeremy Auslander of Roxbury Jewelers in Beverly Hills recently told INSTORE magazine. “The customer looks at a […]
Guide to Ecommerce Fraud Protection
E-commerce is vital for retail jewelers, allowing them to reach customers nationwide and drive more sales. However, with the rise of online shopping comes the increased risk of fraud, which can result in lost revenue, chargebacks, and even damage to a business’s reputation. That’s where e-commerce fraud protection comes in — offering a safety […]
Symposium Returns for 2025 with a Stellar Roster
Retail Advisory Committee Helps Shape Content and Format with Superb Results New York – Once again, The Plumb Club will be partnering with JCK, and as its founding sponsor Jewelers Mutual®, to host Symposium ’25, an exclusive day of retailer-focused learning and executive networking. Based upon last year’s event survey and retailer feedback, the successful […]
Environmental Benefits of Marine Pearl Farming
Environmental Benefits of Marine Pearl Farming Keywords: pearls, environment