A Psssss, Not A Kaboom!
September 01, 11 by Edahn GolanLet us start with the bad news – in the eyes of many traders in the wholesale sector of the diamond industry matters do not look good. The good news is that matters are not as gloomy as they seem, in fact, far from it. Read More...
Hanging by a Thread
August 24, 11 by Edahn GolanOur industry hinges on its reputation. At the end of the day, we’re selling an illusion. Our reputation is what gives that illusion value and so, being ethical is the very core of our industry’s collective value. Read More...
No Bubbles, No Panic
August 17, 11 by Edahn GolanAs former De Beers CEO Gareth Penny used to say, "The fundamentals are there." He was right. Expect fewer goods at the upcoming Sight on one hand and continued consumer demand on the other. Here is why. Read More...
Reigning Is Not Forever
August 10, 11 by Edahn GolanIf the Indian market decides for whatever reason not to buy rough, the goods do not move and prices go down. What does it take to get there, and what will take that power away. Read More...
Roughing it Out in Mumbai
August 04, 11 by Edahn GolanRough diamonds hit a rough spot. Nothing major, it's not a crisis of any magnitude, but the wild rally came to a halt. The trigger was the last DTC Sight, followed by a series of other small events. Is this a sign for a bigger change? Read More...
Leadership and Transparency
July 27, 11 by Edahn GolanOn the virtues of talking frankly and openly with the market – by De Beers, Alrosa and others. Read More...
A Summertime Lullaby
July 20, 11 by Edahn GolanSummer time is upon us. Many traders left or are about to leave for their annual summer vacations. Some will rest from what's behind them; others make plans for what's ahead. Read More...
Fear and Loathing on the Road to Ethics
July 13, 11 by Edahn GolanThe road to Chain of Custody is paved with good intentions. However, the diamond industry doesn't want the costs, administration or an expansion of the definition of "Conflict." Read More...
Buckle Your Seat Belts, Diamond Heaven Just Ahead
July 06, 11 by Edahn GolanKnow the Pep Chart, the one used to instill optimism? It's the polished demand versus rough supply chart that shows that in the near future, rough supply will fall short of demand. Have we just reached that inflection point? Read More...
Zimbabwe Says No, We Say, Follow the Money
June 29, 11 by Edahn GolanLet's be frank, something does not make sense about the Kimberley Process' inability to work out a deal with Zimbabwe. My guess – someone does not want it to happen. Read More...
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