5 diamond stocks to watch

The best diamond stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals — while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look to stocks with steadier gains over time.

You'll also want to consider which stocks are easy to buy. Many diamond stocks are located on non-US exchanges, which means you'll need a brokerage account that offers access to international stocks. Different brokerages offer access to different exchanges, so if you're interested in a specific non-US stock, you'll want to check if it's available through your brokerage account.

5 popular diamond stocks to watch

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the precious gem industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.

1. Alerus Financial (ALRS)
2. Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)
3. Anglo American (AAL)
4. Zhengzhou Sino Crystal Diamond (300064)
5. SF Diamond (300179)

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The diamond stocks industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering diamond stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.

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How to invest in diamond stocks

1. Choose an online stock trading platform. Choose from our Top Picks above, use our comparison table below or jump straight to the best stock trading apps in Canada.
2. Sign up for an account. Provide your personal information and sign up.
3. Set up a funding method to pay for the transaction. Deposit funds into your account by linking your banking information.
4. Choose the stocks you want to buy. Search for the stock by name or ticker symbol like ALRS or RIO.
5. Place your order. Buy the stock. It's that simple.

Learn more about popular diamond stocks

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the precious gem industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap US stocks.

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1. Alerus Financial (ALRS)

Alerus Financial Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Alerus Financial, National Association that provides various financial services to businesses and consumers in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Banking, Retirement and Benefit Services, and Wealth. It offers demand deposits, interest-bearing transaction accounts, money market accounts, time and savings deposits, noninterest-bearing deposits, interest-bearing checking accounts, and certificates of deposit; and treasury management products, including electronic receivables management, remote deposit capture, cash vault, merchant, and other cash management services.

• Previous close price: $20.97
• Market capitalization: $534,962,624
• 1 year performance: 7.37%
• P/E ratio: 20.0857

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2. Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)

Rio Tinto Group engages in exploring, mining, and processing mineral resources worldwide. The company operates through Iron Ore, Aluminium, Copper, and Minerals Segments. The Iron Ore segment engages in the iron ore mining, and salt and gypsum production in Western Australia.

• Previous close price: $60.80
• Market capitalization: $100,046,561,280
• 1 year performance: -15.38%
• P/E ratio: 8.71

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3. Anglo American (AAL)

Anglo American plc operates as a mining company in the United Kingdom and internationally. It explores for copper concentrate and cathodes; iron ore; platinum group metals and nickel; rough and polished diamonds; steelmaking coal; and manganese ore. Anglo American plc was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

• Previous close price: 2,184.50p
• Market capitalization: $26,591,440,896
• 1 year performance: -16.46%

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4. Zhengzhou Sino Crystal Diamond (300064)

Zhengzhou Sino-Crystal Diamond Co. ,Ltd. researches, develops, manufactures, and markets synthetic diamonds and related products in China.

• Previous close price: ¥0.00
• Market capitalization: $1,591,233,536
• 1 year performance: N/A

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5. SF Diamond (300179)

SF Diamond Co. ,Ltd. manufactures and sells polycrystalline diamond (PCD) and related products in China.

• Previous close price: ¥9.71
• Market capitalization: $4,426,630,656
• 1 year performance: 21.38%
• P/E ratio: 35.0385

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Bottom line

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in diamond stocks, keep in mind that—like any investment—diamond stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions both in the market and in the precious gem industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest. If you're new to investing or if it's been a while since you've taken a critical look at your investment accounts, compare brokers to make sure you're getting the best trading features for your needs.

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