New York—Despite the nation's sluggish economy, Valentine's Day jewelry sales were stable for the retailers who spoke with National Jeweler today.

Berkeley Heights, N.J.—Consumers seeking jewelry let their fingers do the walking quite a bit, according to a new study from the Yellow Pages Association (YPA).

Buffalo, N.Y.—Rembrandt Charms' "Story of Your Life" contest is now celebrating local jewelers as well as winning contestants.

New York—The National Jeweler Network, organizer of the 2008 JA New York Winter Show, which has shifted from its long-held January date to March, are prepping for an exciting show, featuring for the first time ever an American Gem Trade Association Pavilion and the new Manufacturing, Equipment Services and Technology Pavilion.

E. Providence, R.I.—Providence Jewelers Club has announced new officers and members to its board of directors.

As an owner or a manager of a jewelry store, you undoubtedly serve a wide range of clients: male and female, teens to seniors, thin to overweight, various races and nationalities, and so on.

New York—Platinum Guild International (PGI) USA is upping its marketing of the white metal in 2008 with a new, multi-tiered promotional campaign to support its Preferred Platinum Partner retail program.

Washington, D.C.—Consumers plan to spend 40.6 percent of their tax rebate checks when they are distributed later this year, which will provide an immediate $42.9 billion boost to the economy, according to a new survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF).

London—Rio Tinto has rejected a reported $147 billion buyout offer from larger rival BHP Billiton, which made its second offer for the company.

London—Platinum's price reached a record high for the second day in London, trading above $2,000 an ounce, reports Bloomberg News.