March 16, 2020 The impact of Coronavirus COVID-19 on the diamond industry An estimated 75% of jewelry stores in Mainland China, and the surrounding regions encompassing Greater China, were shut for an estimated 40-50 days through the first week of March.
March 16, 2020 Lucapa’s Lulo mine resource carats up 25% Overall sales of Lulo diamonds to date total $168 million at an average price per carat of $1,900.
March 12, 2020 Alrosa relaxes payment terms for diamond contracts amid coronavirus The world's largest producer of rough diamonds in carat terms fell in February as the risks related to the spread of the virus hit demand for gemstones.
March 10, 2020 Alrosa points to weak demand for 21% revenue drop The Russian miner sales totalled 33.4m carats, down 12% from 38.m for 2018.
March 10, 2020 INTERVIEW: Enrique Garay, senior vice president, Rio2 Rio2 is a follow-up business to the previously Rio Alto Mining, which began business in 2008 and was acquired by Tahoe.
March 8, 2020 Angola’s new diamond trading policy yields positive results The National Diamond Trading Company of Angola saw revenue grow by an average 8.5% in the last two years.
March 4, 2020 Rio emissions targets have investors, green groups up in arms Activist investors led by a Friends of the Earth's subsidiary have tabled a shareholder resolution calling for tougher goals.
March 4, 2020 Coronavirus hits De Beers sales Company has deferred allocations due to the virus impact on customers focused on the Chinese market.
March 3, 2020 Tomra opens regional headquarters in South Africa Tomra’s new 1,800-sq.-metre facility includes offices, a warehouse and training and meeting rooms.
March 2, 2020 Global exploration budget declines 3% in 2019 – report The latest S&P report attributes the lower budget to challenging prices for many commodities throughout the year.
China’s November net gold imports via Hong Kong more than doubled from October Spot gold prices have risen about 72% this year, hitting a record $4,549.71 an ounce on Friday, the biggest annual gain since 1979. December 29, 2025 | 07:35 am
