Joshua Freedman

Joshua Freedman is Rapaport's Senior Analyst. He regularly contributes to Rapaport.com as well as the Rapaport Market Comment.

De Beers Sales Slump at July Sight

Midstream is being cautious about buying, says CEO.

De Beers Sales Fall Amid Slow Trading

Rough-price index declined 2% in first half of 2023.

Swatch Group Gains as China, Hong Kong Reopen

Lifting of travel restrictions drove 11% sales growth in first half.

Signet Buys SJR National Repair Center

Move is part of retailer’s efforts to expand its jewelry-service division.

Luk Fook Sales Rise, but Diamonds Still Slow

Hong Kong-based retailer to focus on gold jewelry.

India’s Slump in Polished Exports Persists

Rough imports also fell in June, according to data from GJEPC.

De Beers Reduces Prices at Second Consecutive Sight

Cuts of up to 15% reflect weak US demand for larger, lower-quality diamonds.

Global Slowdown Hits Israel’s Diamond Trade in June

Net polished exports fall into negative territory due to returns from JCK show.

De Beers, Botswana Poised to Partner on High-Value Diamonds

New agreement calls for opportunities to coinvest in exceptional stones.

New De Beers Deal: Botswana to Keep More Diamonds

Okavango to receive up to 50% of Debswana production.
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Joshua Freedman

Joshua Freedman is Rapaport’s Senior Analyst. He regularly contributes to Rapaport.com as well as the Rapaport Market Comment.