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Swatch Group confirms participation at COUTURE in Las Vegas It will be the first time Swatch Group brands have taken part in a multibrand in-person event since before the pandemic. TREND REPORT: Material science in modern watchmaking In keeping with watchmaker’s traditionalist values, the materials used to create luxury timepieces have been kept within a relatively narrow spectrum of metals for hundreds of years. NFT-powered luxury goods marketplace gives new opportunities to watch collectors The concept will see customers send 4K a physical item, such as a Rolex watch, to be authenticated and stored in an ultra-secure storage facility. Crown & Caliber and Grand Seiko offer US customers exclusive deal as part of trade-in program Launching today, the program will offer trade-ins on timepieces towards the purchase of a new Grand Seiko at its U.S. boutiques. “Great uncertainty” transforms into clear recovery as retailers power into H2 The economy is shaping up well for both retailers and consumers alike. William Wood straps original fire hose to its Valiant Collection William Wood’s Valiant Collection epitomises the work the brand does to pay homage to firefighters around the world. Signet commits to true gender equality Signet Jewelers has advanced its commitment to gender equality by joining the Paradigm for Parity coalition. $35,000 factory-sealed olive green Patek Philippe Nautilus sells at auction for $490,000 Not since a Rolex Daytona once owned by Paul Newman has a steel sports watch caused so much of a stir ahead of its auction. American market outperforms at Richemont as sales bounce back to above pre-pandemic levels Sales in the Americas were 47% higher in the quarter ended June 30 compared to the same period in 2019.