Can The Luanda Accord Save The Natural Diamonds Market?

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Guest – David van Wyk – Mining Analyst

Global diamond prices have been under pressure, synthetic stones are gaining market share, and producers are feeling the squeeze. Could the recently signed Luanda Accord be the lifeline the natural diamond industry desperately needs? Mining analyst David van Wyk unpacks what the agreement means for producers, traders, and consumers and whether it can restore the sparkle to a struggling sector.

11 Aug 12PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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