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A tradition-bound industry is trying to adapt as jewellery sales fall and consumer tastes change
De Beers, world’s largest gem producer by value, warns of unstable economic environment
Second monthly sales increase lifts parent Anglo American
Industry upheaval has led to friction between large miners such as De Beers and some customers
Miner hopes publishing revenues from regular sales events will help underpin a recovery
Philippe Mellier’s route to the top at De Beers took him via Insead and car, truck and train builders
Prices have eased and banks have cut exposure to the trade
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