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Diamond Prices Firm Slightly with U.S. Optimism

admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2016 10:25:41 +0000

Diamond trading slowed in November as Indian liquidity dried up and manufacturing shut down for Diwali. U.S. jewelers completed their inventory purchases and focused on selling during the holiday season rather than buying from overseas suppliers. Sentiment improved as the season began. Stock markets rallied to record highs on Thanksgiving weekend and the dollar strengthened […]

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Diamond Prices Decline in October

admin — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 06:02:13 +0000

Diamond markets were quiet in October with wholesale businesses closing for the respective Chinese, Jewish and Indian holidays. Trading slowed as larger U.S. holiday orders were already filled and dealers shifted to accommodate specific requirements from their retail customers. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for one-carat, RapSpec-A3+ polished diamonds fell 2.3% in October. The index […]

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Diamond Prices Stable in September

admin — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 09:53:47 +0000

Diamond markets were steady in September. Sentiment improved as trading at the Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair, a bellwether for the industry, was better than expected even though buyers refrained from large inventory purchases. The polished market was supported by relatively high rough prices as suppliers held polished prices firm, preferring to delay sales […]

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Diamond Prices Mixed in Slow August Trading

admin — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 10:30:59 +0000

One-carat diamond prices remain under pressure with low trading volume during the August vacation period. Polished inventory is increasing with steady manufacturing and sluggish demand as dealers prepare for the fourth-quarter holiday season. Some improvement in under-the-carat goods as Chinese bridal demand stabilizes. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for 1-carat diamonds fell 0.8% in August. […]

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Rapaport Press Release: Diamond Prices Decline in July

admin — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 09:38:26 +0000

Polished diamond prices softened in July continuing the downtrend in the second quarter. Diamond markets were seasonally quiet with U.S. wholesalers taking their annual summer vacation. Overall polished demand remains weak. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for one carat diamonds fell 1.7 percent in July. RAPI for 0.30-carat diamonds dropped 1.8 percent and RAPI for […]

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Diamond Prices Soften In May

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 09:27:20 +0000

Polished diamond prices declined slightly in May with buyers waiting for the Las Vegas shows. Trading at the JCK Las Vegas show, which took place June 3 to 6, was relatively weak with traffic slower than previous years. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for 1-carat, GIA-graded diamonds was flat in May. RAPI for 0.30-carat diamonds […]

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Polished Diamond Prices Stable in March

admin — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 10:35:16 +0000

April 5, 2016, New York … Polished diamond prices were stable in March supported by steady dealer trading even though the outlook for consumer demand remains uncertain. In the first quarter, sentiment improved as polished prices rose and profitability increased on select new production. The RapNet Diamond Index for 1-carat, GIA-graded diamonds was flat in […]

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Polished Diamond Prices Firm in February

admin — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 10:46:20 +0000

One-Carat RAPI Rises for Fourth Consecutive Month PRESS RELEASE, March 1, 2016, New York … Polished diamond prices rose in February continuing the uptrend evident since November. Shortages continue to support the market while trading slowed during the month as dealers in China and Hong Kong took vacation during the Chinese New Year period. The […]

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Polished Diamond Prices Rise in January

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 10:46:51 +0000

Shortages Spur Increases in RAPI for 0.30-0.50ct. Diamonds New York – Polished diamond prices rose in January as shortages continue to support the market. U.S. demand is steady after a reasonably good holiday season, while China’s wholesale market slowed as the focus shifted to retail for the Chinese New Year Spring Festival starting on February […]

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The Right Way Forward

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 06:15:06 +0000

Statement by Martin Rapaport De Beers is moving forward in the right direction by reducing rough prices sufficiently to enable increased sales of rough diamonds and a resumption of diamond manufacturing activity. This is evidenced by an increase in De Beers rough diamond sales by 118% from $248 million in the tenth sales cycle of […]

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Polished Diamond Prices Increase in December

admin — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 11:00:06 +0000

Polished diamond market sentiment improved in December as shortages supported prices and dealers filled last-minute holiday orders. Initial reports about U.S. holiday season jewelry sales are positive. General retail sales were up about 8 percent with online mobile sales up 50 to 60 percent. However, there is still very limited dealer and retailer diamond inventory […]

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Polished Diamond Prices Soften in October

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 11:26:38 +0000

November 3, 2015, New York … Polished diamond prices fell in October despite rising expectations for the U.S. holiday season. Trading improved but turnover is well below last year’s levels. Suppliers are holding large polished inventory, while dealers are trying to buy select goods at deep discounts. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for 1-carat, GIA-graded […]

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Rapaport Press Release: Diamond Prices Decline in June

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 06:16:22 +0000

July 7, 2015, New York … Diamond prices continued to soften in June with many categories trading at deep discounts to the Rapaport Price List. Markets were relatively quiet as U.S. demand after the JCK Las Vegas show was weaker than in previous years, and Far East demand remains cautious. Diamond manufacturers are under pressure […]

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