(Rapaport) – The second quarter was always going to be a quieter period for the diamond trade. This time of year is traditionally a slower period for the market, despite the fairly busy trade show schedule. In the coming months, things will likely get worse before they get better. The third quarter tends to bring sharper declines before demand typically improves closer to the holiday season, when prices subsequently firm up.
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