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Euro Falls to Historic Low Against Shekel

The euro is down to 4.136 shekels, while, the dollar rose by 0.5% to 3.783 shekels. Israel's CPI in June was 0.3%, slightly above expectations. Greece approves deal with creditors.

Diamond Fair Brought IDE to Life Again, Says Schnitzer

Around 60 Israeli diamond companies took part today (Wednesday) in an internal bourse diamond fair – the first of its kind – aimed at increasing the amount of trading in polished goods between bourse members.

HRD Antwerp Finds 'Natural' Shape Lab-Grown Diamonds

The rough melee goods examined by HRD Antwerp varied in size from 0.01 c ara t to 0.04 c ara t and were produced by Taidiam, a Chinese company offering both HPHT and CVD lab grown diamonds.

Main Trading Centers Taking Part in Israel Buyers Wk

The event takes place from August 31 to September 4 .

Israel's Polished Exports, Rough Imports Fall
The most important export destination remains the United States with 44 percent in value terms in the H1.
IDE Issues Clarification About Sapir Tower

Following the publication in the "HaYahalom" magazine by building company Sapir which is constructing the Sapir Tower in the diamond exchange complex, the IDE has issued a notice of clarification.

First Polished Tender to Take Place for IDE Members

See the details of the first such tender of polished goods for Israel Diamond Exchange members.

Israel Bourse to Host Tender of Larger Diamonds

See the official notice with more details of the sale arrangements.

Rapaport Updates Diamond Specifications and Price List
The Rapaport Group has updated its information and is including a much wider range of stones.
Sarine Galaxy System Scans 10 Millionth Diamond
Israeli diamond mapping system a worldwide success.
Current State of the Diamond Markets
Demand for 0.50-carat diamonds is relatively weak, while there is steady demand for 1-carat to 2-carat goods in the United States.
Bangkok to Hold First Gemstones, Jewelry Auction
See details about the invitation to attend the first-ever event of its kind.