Marange diamond protests: What the industry should know
A company called Anjin is mining in Zimbabwe again, stirring up protests among area residents that resulted in 29 arrests.
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Lower rough supply driving greater efficiency
Rough-diamond production is not expected to return to pre-pandemic levels. The coronavirus forced the mining companies to rethink their production programs and downscale accordingly. However, 2020 was always going to be a tipping point for supply.
Now is the time for action on expanding conflict diamonds definition,WDC President tells delegates at start of 2021 KP Plenary
Press release – Speaking to the full assembly of delegates during the Opening Session of the 2021 Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary, World Diamond Council President Edward Asscher has reasserted the need for Kimberley Process members to agree to expand the conflict diamond definition in order to support long-term consumer confidence.
Fancy-Color price index climbs in third quarter
Prices of fancy-color diamonds rose 1.1% year on year in the third quarter, rebounding from a long depression caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) said.
US Holiday cheer supporting diamond prices
1 ct. RAPI -0.2% in October.The diamond trade was busy in October as suppliers filled orders for the holiday season. The US market is fueling optimism, while there is caution about China’s prospects. Polished demand is outpacing supply, but inventory levels are rising and buyers are pushing for higher discounts.The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for […]
Final Argyle pink tender sees record result
Rio Tinto achieved record-breaking figures at its 2021 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, with prices strong amid dwindling supply from the mine.
Why the NRF believes it’ll be a record-setting holiday season
High household savings rates and progress in the fight against COVID should keep consumers spending.
Yes, diamonds do good. But what happens when they don’t?
[During the week of October 25], De Beers released a report that showed that, when consumers buy diamonds—younger ones in particular—they rank sustainability concerns above traditional factors such as style and price. They want good environmental stewardship and support for local communities.
Jewels in space: designer sending diamonds on rocket ride
Jeff Bezos just journeyed beyond our planet. So did William Shatner. And soon, the short-but-growing list of visitors to outer space will include one more entry: Dianna Rae’s diamonds.
Lab-grown diamond jewelry market may almost double by 2025
The market for lab-grown diamond jewelry is poised to almost double in size by 2025, predicts industry analyst Paul Zimnisky.
Feeling fancy
Pears, princesses and other diamond shapes are gracing famous fingers and giving rounds a run for their money on the market. What makes them so appealing?
Younger consumers buying more precious jewelry
Millennials and Generation Z will lead growth in precious-jewelry sales in the coming year amid rising consumer sentiment and an increasing attachment to emotional gifts, according to Platinum Guild International (PGI).