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Diamond market roundup: Domestic and overseas demand increasing, Chinese buyers slowly returning
United States:Trading steady amid shortages in select categories. Market still memo-centric, with little inventory-buying. Retailers seeking 2.50 to 2.99 ct., F-H, VS-SI, rounds and fancies with no center black, paying premiums due to goods’ scarcity. Melee in demand. US February inflation better than expected at 2.8%.
Belgium:Mood improving following Hong Kong show. Dealers cautiously optimistic, as goods are starting to move. Large stones in short supply. Belgium polished exports for February down 24% year on year at $783.7 million, with volume declining 20% to 297,700 cts.
Israel:Market sentiment more positive after dealers report sales of 3 ct. and larger diamonds at Hong Kong show. Low inventories supporting prices, with some price increases in fancy shapes.
India:Manufacturers reporting better Hong Kong show than anticipated, boosting market mood. Domestic and overseas demand increasing. Chinese buyers slowly returning, especially for small goods, but quantity of purchases still limited. Polished production remains low, supporting prices and sales.
Hong Kong:
Industry reflecting on show, which beat expectations but was slow relative to pre-pandemic times. Many Indian trade buyers. Dealers following up on sale leads. Fair attracted purchasers from around the world, but few Chinese clients present. Demand was very specific, with exhibitors holding prices firm amid high replacement costs.
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ACRA Has Reaffirmed Alrosa’s AAA(RU) Credit Rating With A Stable Outlook
ACRA Cited Miner’s Strong Operating Profile, Global Leadership, Solid Resource Base, High Profitability
Russian rating agency ACRA has reaffirmed Alrosa’s AAA(RU) credit rating with a stable outlook, citing the miner’s strong operating profile, global leadership in diamond mining, solid resource base, high profitability, low debt levels, strong liquidity, and robust corporate governance.
ACRA noted that Alrosa’s confirmed reserves can support more than 30 years of operations at current production levels. It also expects tightening diamond supply to support price recovery in the medium term.
The agency highlighted Alrosa’s profitability, with FFO before interest and taxes at 28%, projected to rise to 30% between 2026 and 2028.
Pavel Marinychev, CEO, Alrosa, said:
“The high assessment of ACRA for the third year in a row confirms the sustainability of the Alrosa business model, the quality of the management system and the financial stability of the company. This is an independent confirmation that the chosen strategy remains effective even in conditions of external turbulence. Despite geopolitical uncertainty, the company maintains leadership positions, financial discipline and consistently fulfils all its obligations.”
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