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Prices of larger diamonds were steady in November. The market for 1-carat diamonds weakened. Smaller goods showed the sharpest downturn as trends visible in recent months persisted.

Diamond prices continued to decline in most areas last month, with the market split along category and geographical lines.

Diamond prices rose for some categories in November. Pre-holiday demand and a drop in polished production halted the negative trend of the past eight months.

Diamond sales were sluggish in January amid limited restocking following the holiday season.

Diamond markets were quiet toward the end of December as wholesalers took vacation between Christmas and New Year. Major dealers were satisfied with the holiday season but remained cautious about their short-term prospects.

Diamond prices declined in November. Demand weakened due to the slowdown in China and US economic caution, resulting in a buildup of midstream inventory. However, US retail sentiment was upbeat as the holiday season began.

Diamond trading slowed in July as US dealers closed for the two-week summer break. Economic and geopolitical uncertainty fueled caution, leading to a decline in polished prices.

Diamond market sentiment received a boost from the Las Vegas shows, which demonstrated robust US demand. However, polished prices declined amid a weak global economic outlook and a rise in inventory levels.

Diamond trading was stable in May despite concerns about high inflation, rising interest rates and slumping stock markets. Polished prices initially declined but later steadied as dealers anticipated supply shortages resulting from Russian sanctions.

The diamond industry began the year in an upbeat mood after good holiday jewelry sales and strong overall growth in 2021. That optimism was tempered toward the end of the month by rough price hikes, Covid-19’s Omicron variant, stock-market volatility and geopolitical tensions.

Polished diamond prices rallied in December, with most size categories showing gains for the full year. Steady demand, supply scarcities and high rough prices buoyed the market.

Polished diamond prices rose in November amid steady demand and shortages of larger sizes. Dealers were busy filling US orders for retail jewelers as the holiday season got off to a strong start. The improving Chinese market helped buoy smaller certified goods.

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 diamond market was relatively quiet in September as various Jewish and Indian festivals disrupted activity. Dealers remained optimistic for the US holiday season after positive trading at the Las Vegas shows in late August. China’s economic slowdown brought some caution into the market.

Robust retail sales are driving positive sentiment in the diamond market. Polished prices continue their upward momentum even as inventory levels gradually rise in some sizes.

Diamond market sentiment was positive during May as the US and China saw upbeat jewelry sales. Supply shortages and a swift recovery in demand supported polished prices.

Diamond markets were mixed in April. A robust recovery in the US and China drove optimism, but sentiment weakened due to the spike in Covid-19 cases in India. Surat-based manufacturers reduced capacity as infection rates rose. Grading labs experienced a backlog because of operating restrictions.