Written by Saul on May 16, 2011 – 2:03 pm
Diamond markets remain robust with increased pricing pressure on polished diamonds continuing. Major producers implemented further prices increases at their recent sales and firm consumer buying was reported over Mothers Day. Market players are now looking towards next month’s trade show in Las Vegas to ascertain the market sentiment leading into the summer period. We [...]
Written by Saul on May 4, 2011 – 3:15 pm
It is good news all around for the diamond industry. The major producers have posted strong 2010 results and expect recovery and growth to continue, both rough and polished prices continue to surge, buying and manufacturing activity in trading markets are very robust and global consumer demand growth for diamonds is exceeding expectations. Perhaps the [...]
Written by Saul on April 4, 2011 – 10:29 am
Investment diamond prices continued their upward trend in Q1 2011, rising a further seven percent in March and 13% for the quarter. Investment Diamond prices have now returned to their pre-financial crisis levels of Q2 2008. After a good Holiday Season investment diamond prices broke price resistance levels that held steadfast during the second half [...]
Written by Saul on January 3, 2011 – 11:29 am
Commodity prices surged in 2010. Investment Diamond prices gained 20 percent, however outperformed overall market on a risk-adjusted basis.
Written by Saul on December 21, 2010 – 12:40 pm
Press Release: Global diamond markets have remained robust throughout the all-important Holiday Season giving impetus for rises in polished diamond prices over the last month. The outlook for investment diamonds remains positive with continued upward price movements beyond the +20% gain posted in 2010.