The Chinese jewelry market in 2026: How Gen Z is trading tradition for emotional value

A young consumer in China buying a gold bracelet today is not necessarily preparing for marriage or investment. Instead, the purchase may be driven by something less tangible: a sense of identity, a desire for self-expression, or even the belief that a small charm can bring good fortune. The meaning attached to jewelry is becoming […]
Podcast transcript #45: A passionate jeweler shares his best practices for selling diamonds in China

Find here the full China paradigm episode 45. Learn more about Nicolas Jouvenceau’s story selling diamonds in China and find all the details and additional links below. Full transcript below: Matthieu David: Hello, everyone. I’m Matthieu David, the founder of Daxue Consulting, a strategic Market Research Company, and this China marketing podcast, China Paradigm. Today, […]
[Podcast] China Paradigm 45: Analyzing the market for colored gemstones in China

Nicolas Jouvenceau, founder and CEO of PINK Diamonds Boutique, speaks with Matthieu David-Experton about the market for gemstones in China. In this episode of China Paradigm, Nicolas tells us about the founding and focus of the company, the expense and demand of colored diamonds and gemstones in China, and the differentiation between PINK and other […]