New Delhi, Jan. 20 -- Diamonds sit at a distinct intersection of emotion and economics. In India, they are bought for weddings, milestones, and family gifting, yet they are also sometimes considered a store of value. Today, buyers face a new choice: lab grown diamonds vs natural. Both can look identical to the naked eye, but their market drivers are different. This article breaks down how pricing, supply, resale, and sentiment shape returns, so buyers can decide where investment in diamonds may make sense for their goals.

The diamond market is not a single market. It is a chain: miners or growers, cutters and polishers (India plays a major role in this link), wholesalers, brands, and finally consumers. Prices are influenced by:

In India...