ARE DIAMONDS A PORTFOLIO’S BEST FRIEND? THE VAULT Why the wearable, wonderful gems are a rock-solid investment when an economy gets bumpy.
continue to become increasingly more attrac- tive as a dependable investment option. Similar to the resilience of the art market, diamond resale value tends to remain high, resulting in relative stability in the face of financial unrest, technological advancements and other major marketplace changes. Al- though not as liquid an investment as other asset classes, such as stocks, diamonds are long-term investments best considered as a storage of value. Over the last 30 years, dia- monds have consistently appreciated in value at an average yearly rate of 4 percent, with larger, higher-quality and rarer diamonds, especially colored diamonds, continuing to escalate at a much higher pace. (The scarcer the diamond, the greater the enduring val- ue of the investment.) As long-term invest- ments, diamonds not only maintain their val- ue, but also appreciate at a far greater value than most other investments. Unlike investments that require main- tenance — vehicles, art, real estate — a di- amond requires no upkeep whatsoever. As the hardest material on earth, a diamond can withstand a lot of wear and tear, ensuring that your jewelry can always be reset or made into something new, allowing it to be enjoyed and worn in a variety of ways. Additionally, the beauty and value of a diamond transcend time. Perhaps the most significant benefit over other investment types is the emotional and sentimental value a diamond can possess, for example, when passed down as a family heirloom. In many instances, an intriguing provenance can bolster a diamond’s value. The primary allure for a diamond? It is a tangible asset that is accepted as global cur- rency on a worldwide scale, facilitating ease of trade and exchange for goods or services, without loss of principal. As the famous De Beers slogan declared, “A diamond is forever.” And, as Marilyn Monroe cooed, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” These things have taught us that, no matter what, no matter the state of the economy, people will always want — and need — diamonds.
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ueled by current economic uncertainty and geopolitical instability, financial experts are predicting that the global economy is on the precipice of an imminent and likely bleak downturn. So, it is not surprising that many are looking to their investment portfolios for a sense of security and greater financial sta - bility. In today’s volatile economic climate, where younger generations are looking at cryptocurrencies and NFTs as investments, diamonds — one of the world’s most reliable investment opportunities — have been and
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