Ban on Russian Diamonds, a Weighty Decision

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the G7’s 2024 decision to ban Russian diamond imports, a move aimed at weakening a key revenue stream for Moscow…

【Shanghai, Ch】De Beers Announces Production Halt! Lab-Grown Diamonds Rapidly Seizing Market Share from Natural Diamonds, Younger Generation Prioritizes ‘Cost-Effectiveness’

Editor’s NoteDe Beers, the company that famously coined the phrase “a diamond is forever,” is making a strategic pivot. Amid falling prices for…

【South Korea】Is a Diamond Forever? Gold Prices Soar While Diamond Prices Fall, Why?

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the recent divergence between diamond and gold prices, highlighting a notable decline in the diamond price index…

【韩国】Diamonds in Crisis… Plummeting 30% from 2022 Peak

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the dual pressures facing the natural diamond industry: a significant demand slowdown in a key market and the…

【Las Vegas, N】De Beers Reaffirms: Will Cease Production of Lab-Created Diamonds

Editor’s NoteThis article revisits De Beers’ strategic positioning from last fall, highlighting the industry’s ongoing shift toward distinguishing…

Diamond Market Shows Serious Fractures Due to Synthetic Stones

Editor’s NoteThe diamond market is undergoing a significant transformation. As this article highlights, the price of natural rough diamonds has…

Synthetic Diamonds: How Are These Stones Created?

Editor’s NoteThis article explores how synthetic diamonds, once a niche product, are now reshaping industries from luxury jewelry to advanced…

【Seoul, South】Two Differences Between ‘Lab-Grown Diamonds’ and Natural Diamonds

Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the rise of lab-grown diamonds, which are scientifically identical to their mined counterparts but face distinct…

【South Korea】‘Lab-Grown Diamonds’ Outshine Million-Won Natural Diamonds… It’s Not Just About Price [Weddings These Days]

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant shift in the bridal jewelry market, where consumer focus on value and practicality is driving…