The value of the global diamond production increased by 20% last year. That is mainly due to the increase in the price of the rough diamond. How has the diamond market changed since 2015? Who are the most important players? BNT Diamonds will summarise it all for you.
How have investments changed since the 2008 crisis?
It is now 10 years ago since the collapse of Fortis and Dexia, but this financial trauma is still lingering in people’s collective subconscious. Belgian families are taking fewer risks than before the crash. What impact does the crisis still have? What will the future bring?
How did the diamond trade in Antwerp evolve last year?
With a new year around the corner, it’s the perfect moment to look back on 2017. What happened in the diamond trade in Antwerp? Why should I invest in diamonds? Who’s going to help me? Discover here why you should choose for an investment in diamonds and who’s the best person to help you with that.
How does capital gains tax influence diamond as an investment?
During the past budgetary talks the capital gains tax was a controversial issue. The tax targets capital gains on listed and unlisted shares. Many investors suspiciously followed this discussion. The capital gains tax on shares is coming, but there are alternative investment goods, like gold or diamond as an investment where the tax does not (yet) apply.
Global demand for diamond breaks new record
The worldwide diamond sector is doing excellent. From a study done by diamond giant De Beers it became apparent that the global turnover of diamond in 2013 reached a record of 61.5 billion euros. The total production of diamond in carat rose with 7% and tops off at about 145 million carat. In the long run there is also good news for investors.
Diamond remains a stable and good investment!
Not only in times of financial crisis, but also now most financial experts recommend investing a substantial share of the investment portfolio in fixed assets. In addition, diamond is still a reputable, sustainable and good investment.
