Joshua Freedman

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

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Rapaport Intelligence Report: Diamond Industry Takes Stock

Supply cuts, tariffs and price corrections have created a complex inventory picture ahead of the US holiday season.
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India Proposes Tax Exemption for Overseas Rough Sellers

Reforms could help country compete as trading center.
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De Beers Still Has ‘More Than One’ Bidder, Anglo Says

Seller hopes to finalize deal by year’s end.
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De Beers Trims Losses Amid Price Stabilization, Cost Cuts

Company sale “advancing,” says Anglo American.
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Anglo American Mulling $1B De Beers Sale – Report

Gareth Penny-led consortium would pay $750 million up front, Bloomberg says.
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Kering Jewelry Sales Spike Amid US and Asia Demand

Boucheron and Pomellato drive 15% revenue jump.
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Gem Diamonds Sales Rise in Solid Market for Large Stones

Increase in first-half average price offsets decline in volume.
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Rapaport Intelligence Report: Shining a Light on Fluorescent Diamonds

A crucial change to GIA grading reports could restore confidence among the trade and consumers.
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Israel Diamond Exchange President Resigns

Election for new leader will take place in November or December.
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Anglo American Flags First-Half Loss at De Beers

Second-quarter sales down 44% by value.
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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.