Diamond industry report 2012 pdf

Macroeconomic analysis and implication of the diamond industry. New mines may add up to 23 million carats by the end of the decade. The fear generated by the 911 tragedy, combined with the u. Our analysis suggests that even under the most pessimistic demand scenario, and aggressive supply scenario, industry fundamentals will likely be positive. Diamonds increase drastically in value through processing from production to retail. The report then delves into the grown diamond industry and how it fits in the. Diamond value growth from production to retail 20112012 global sales of polished diamonds 200620 diamond mine operating costs.

Nonetheless, rapid change is ahead, and companies must position themselves carefully to take advantage of growth opportunities. We compare 2012 s results with those of previous years, highlighting the impact of continuing economic uncertainty on the diamond market. Challenges facing the botswana diamond industry inn. This report aims to find the key happening in this industry and. The report also identifies key trends along the value chain for rough and polished diamonds, as well as diamond jewelry. Through q1 2015 diamond industry more stable but pressures remain april 17, 2015 global rough diamond production estimated to hit over 5m cts in 2015. Diamond industry sparkling and shining india is the worlds largest manufacturing center of cut and polished diamonds for the last many years, contributing 60% of the worlds supply in terms of value, 85% in terms of volume and 92% in terms of pieces. Further explores in detail the industry by the various markets, and countries. For many years observers and even many participants have considered the diamond industry to be complex and difficult to comprehend, even impenetrable. Page 1 note to readers diamonds are one of the worlds major resourcesand historically one of the least understood. The global diamond industry columbia business school. The report also includes extensive, data from rapnet, including pricing information, inventory levels and transactional data to help you keep track of the market of. The diamond industry began 2002 with, in effect, a great sense of relief.