Lucara revenues defy diamond downturn
Friday, August 23, 2024 | 360 Views |
Shining on: Karowe’s large stones are helping Lucara survive the diamond downturn PIC: LUCARA DIAMONDS
Lucara directors said the resilient performance was helped by large, high-value stones recovered at Karowe Diamond Mine, while the company’s overall financial health was assisted by cost recovery initiatives and the strong dollar.
Every quarter, Lucara’s revenues ticked up to $41.3 million in the three months to June 30, from the sale of 76,387 carats, compared to $41.1 million in the three months to March 31, 2024, from 93,560 carats.
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