March 4 (Reuters) – Shanghai copper prices rose on Tuesday on hopes of more stimulus from China, the world’s biggest metals consumer, and some improvement in the country’s factory activities. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump said 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada will take effect from Tuesday, stoking fears of a trade war in North America and sending financial markets reeling. SHFE aluminium rose 0.3% to 20,700 yuan a ton, zinc climbed 0.4% to 23,730 yuan, nickel gained 1.1% to 127,450 yuan and tin rose 0.5% to 256,740 yuan. The base metal sector gained amid signs of improved factory activity in China ahead of the National People’s Congress (NPC) gathering on March 5, with expectations for further stimulus to support the economy, said Daniel Hynes, a senior commodity strategist at ANZ bank. LME aluminium advanced 0.2% to $2,616.5 a ton, zinc lost 0.5% to $2,829, nickel fell 0.6% to $15,800, tin firmed 0.4% to $31,685 and lead shed 0.2% to $1,988. JP Morgan expects the global deficit in refined copper to grow to 160,000 metric tons in 2026 and continues to forecast copper prices averaging around $11,000 per metric ton next year. The most-active copper contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange rose 0.1% to 77,090 yuan ($10,580.28) a metric ton by 0143 GMT. The global refined copper market showed a 22,000 metric ton deficit in December, the International Copper Study Group (ICSG) report showed. Three-month copper on the London Metal Exchange (LME) slipped 0.5% to $9,373 a metric ton. Lead eased 0.1% to 17,225 yuan. China’s manufacturing activity expanded at the fastest pace in three months in February and the reading should reassure officials that last year’s stimulus measures are helping shore up a patchy recovery in the world’s second-largest economy.
If you’re as magpie-like about jewellery as I am, you’ll always be on the lookout for new brands and original pieces to add to your collection. Their goal is to make pieces that ‘will be your go-to for years to come’. Tilly Sveaas founded her eponymous brand in 2016. Born in Hong Kong to British-Norwegian parents, London-based Tilly has been a jewellery designer for over 25 years, creating her first pieces during an extended trip to Bali, where she still produces to this day. The brand’s founders, sisters Christie and Rosanna Wollenberg, believe you shouldn’t just save beautiful jewellery for best, so the sculptural rings and earrings are as practical as they are elegant. There are so many amazing affordable and mid-range jewellery brands out there today, with a plethora of choice no matter what your style. But along with the prominent brands we all know and love, there are a load of under-the-radar gems (no pun intended) out there just waiting to be discovered. This British brand was launched in the autumn of 2024 by Tofi Caroline Adedoyin, a former investment banking director. All Grove & Vae jewellery is designed in London, and created using 14k gold vermeil and rhodium-plated sterling silver. Otiumberg positions itself as a demi-fine jewellery brand. Her signature T-bar necklaces have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift. If you love keeping things unique and prefer to shop independent, these jewellery brands are worth checking out and keeping in mind for your next purchase.
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The brand focuses on creating timeless, versatile pieces tailored to the modern woman’s everyday wardrobe. The brand uses solid metals – not plated or vermeil, and promises no green fingers or brass rash. Crystals & Co. founders (and best friends) Emily Mackeogh and Leah O’Reilly aim to accessorise peoples lives with fun, high quality affordable jewellery. So she decided to make her own. It always came with lengthy care instructions and still tarnished after only a few wears or turned my skin green’ she says. Made by small workshops all over the world, each piece holds a story. With Love Darling believes in changing the world one piece of jewellery at a time. The pieces are gorgeous too – from delicate pendants to eye-catching hoops, available in either 18ct gold vermeil or sterling silver – original site – . Prior to starting Bijoux De Mimi, Amelia attended Central Saint Martins. Founded by Amelia Hitchcock-Merritt in the middle of lockdown at just eighteen, Bijoux De Mimi became one of the fastest growing jewellery brands in the UK. It specialises in bright, colourful jewellery. Think timeless glamour meets modern minimalism, without the unattainable price tag. Items are produced in developing countries, giving the artisans income to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. I was tired of sacrificing style for quality, or my bank account for both’ says Neima Row founder Naomi Genes. Catherine ‘Catch’ Rhys Jones started her label out of a frustration with the jewellery she was buying. After working in the jewellery industry for 10 years, Amelia Bainbridge saw a gap in the market for jewellery that was both beautiful and affordable – and Auree was born in 2014. All Auree pieces are made with the highest quality solid gold, sterling silver or gold vermeil and natural gemstones.
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It was established in 2009, with the ethos that jewellery should say a lot about who you are, whether big and bold or delicate and gold. Abby is a big believer in the talismanic and restorative power of jewellery, and strives to create designs that are both ethical and fashioned with love. The ranges include a collaboration with Vogue Williams. Olivia’s pursuit began when she identified a gap in the jewellery market – the need for everyday pieces that wouldn’t fade after a few wears – with this every piece comes with a lifetime guarantee against colour fading. Pieces are made in sterling silver with 18ct gold vermeil. After growing up in Singapore, founder Lynette Ong left her job in finance to pursue a dream of using her creativity for the better. Award winning British Jewellery Brand Scream Pretty was founded by Lucy Lee with her sister Jessica Pearce in 2016. This family run business designs jewellery for self expression; affordable, stylish and fun – jewellery to shout about. Scream Pretty’s signature style is the curated ear – combining piercings and ear cuffs, to create bold stand out styling. Dreamt up on a bicycle ride through Rajasthan, India, the British jewellery brand Memara was launched in 2019, with the aim to create beautiful, timeless yet affordable demi-fine pieces. The eclectic collection draws inspiration from founder Abby Kaye’s past experiences and travels through India, as well as her childhood in London and love of nature. Founded by Olivia Jenkins in 2021, D. Louise creates timeless long-lasting yet affordable jewellery. The brand is named after Olivia’s mother Deborah Louise who Olivia sadly lost to cancer in 2017. With the loss of her mother, Olivia felt life was too short to not be truly passionate about the everyday and D.Louise was born.