May 7, 2013

Quebec proposes new mining tax

The new scheme is a hybrid regime, including both a minimum royalty and a progressive tax based on profits.

May 6, 2013

Lucapa Diamond Co. identifies new kimberlite targets

Preliminary data from the Lulo concession in Angola looks promising.

May 6, 2013

Kimberley Process may ban diamond exports from Central African Republic

International certification body may suspend country for non-compliance.

May 6, 2013

Big Mick Davis and Goldman Sachs building takeover war chest

Outgoing Xstrata chief won't be sitting still after Glencore takeover.

May 4, 2013

The copywriter who wrote the De Beers slogan

"A diamond is forever."

May 3, 2013

PureFunds’ Paul Zimnisky talks diamond ETF investing

How the ETF works, how it benefits investors and why now is a good time to get involved in the diamond industry.

April 30, 2013

Australia’s Argyle diamond mine opens underground operations

Mine life will be extended until 2020 at minimum.

April 30, 2013

Rio Tinto considers selling its diamond mines

The company's gemstone mines are estimated to be worth $2.2 billion.

April 30, 2013

Blue diamond ring sale sets new world record

Gem sold for a whopping $1.8 million per carat.

April 29, 2013

Chasing the carat: The Friedlands go diamond-hunting

Part 2 picks up the story when several key Ashton executives and employees moved on to Peregrine Diamonds.