价格大跳水！1.4万元买进，现在只能卖200元？网友：早知道买黄金

Core Insights - The price of cultivated diamonds has significantly decreased, with the price of a 1-carat cultivated diamond dropping from 8,000 yuan to 3,500 yuan, making it less expensive than natural diamonds of similar quality [1][8] - The cultivated diamond industry in China is leading globally, with an estimated production of 22 million carats in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 144.44% and accounting for 63% of global output [3][8] - Retail prices of cultivated diamonds have fallen over 50% from their peak, while natural diamond prices have also been affected, leading to a decline in their perceived value [8][9] Price Trends - The retail price of high-quality cultivated diamonds has decreased from approximately 8,000 yuan in 2020 to around 3,500 yuan currently, while natural diamonds of similar quality still exceed 40,000 yuan [8][10] - The market for cultivated diamonds is expected to grow, with projections indicating that by 2025, cultivated diamonds will account for over 40% of the global diamond jewelry market, an increase of more than eight times since 2019 [8] Consumer Behavior - A significant portion of consumers purchasing cultivated diamonds are young people, making up about 70% of buyers in certain stores, with sales doubling compared to the previous year [4][6] - The perception of diamonds as a long-term investment has been challenged, with many consumers expressing regret over their purchases, noting that the resale value of natural diamonds has plummeted [10][11] Market Dynamics - The natural diamond market has seen price reductions, with major players like De Beers lowering prices by 40% for certain products, indicating a shift in market dynamics due to the rise of cultivated diamonds [10][11] - The resale market for diamonds is struggling, with many smaller diamonds being deemed unworthy of recovery unless sold at very low prices, while larger diamonds still hold some value [11]