Belgium Rough Trade Slows in 1Q

By Rapaport News / April 28, 2019 / www.diamonds.net / Article Link

RAPAPORT... Belgium saw a decline in its imports and exports of rough diamondsin the first quarter, as mining companies' sales dropped.Shipments into thecountry slid 33% to $2.09 billion for the period, reflecting a 38% slump inrough sales at Alrosa, for which Belgium is the biggest market. De Beers'revenues also fell 19% at its first two sales cycles of 2019, which tookplace during the quarter.Meanwhile, Belgium's polished exports decreased, aslower volumes outweighed a higher average price, according to the data from the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC).
Millions unless stated otherwise

Recent News

Gold and silver price ETFs see major net outflows

November 04, 2025 / canadianminingreport.com

Gold stocks decline by less than metal price

November 04, 2025 / www.canadianminingreport.com

A shift to the later stages of gold and silver bull markets

October 27, 2025 / www.canadianminingreport.com

Gold stocks plunge on metal drop

October 27, 2025 / www.canadianminingreport.com

Gold stocks still up after pullback late in the week

October 20, 2025 / www.canadianminingreport.com
See all >