Uday Kotak has proposed a dedicated committee to examine India’s rising gold imports, with the country’s FY27 gold import bill potentially reaching dollar 88–90 billion.

CaratLane is evaluating Australia and the UK for international expansion after gaining traction in the US, where its stores in New Jersey and Texas have shown encouraging performance.

Gold prices eased as higher oil prices raised inflation concerns and strengthened expectations that central banks may keep interest rates elevated for longer, weighing on the non-yielding asset.

With new trade agreements opening markets, and shifting global sourcing strategies creating fresh opportunities, India’s gem and jewellery industry is entering an important phase. GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali discusses India’s growing global role, emerging export opportunities, and the road ahead, with Suneeta Kaul.

Reva Diamonds’ September Product of the Month pairs diamond clusters with a dark-toned drop for a contemporary statement.

Deepa Jewellers’ strong listing reflects robust investor appetite for organised jewellery businesses.

Goldman Sachs’ Tony Kim expects gold’s current pause to give way to fresh highs, with sustained central-bank buying providing strong structural support for prices.

The ‘She Is Gold, Her Dreams Are Gold’ campaign shifts the brand narrative from gold as a product or investment to its emotional connection with women and their aspirations.

CIBJO will unveil two artworks by Canadian visual artist Reena Ahluwalia at its Centenary Congress in Vicenza, Italy, on September 4, marking 100 years of the World Jewellery Confederation.

Jewellery stocks fell on September 1 after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to avoid unnecessary gold purchases, citing Swadeshi and self-reliance, raising concerns over demand and jewellery buying patterns.

Shankesh Jewellers made its stock-market debut on August 25, with shares listing at a premium on NSE and BSE after its INR 367.18 crore IPO was subscribed 2.8 times.

Deepa Jewellers will open its maiden IPO on September 1, offering fresh shares and an offer-for-sale to fund working capital, inventory and corporate requirements.

Jewellery demand in Ahmedabad has picked up ahead of Rakshabandhan, with consumers opting for silver rakhis, coins, lightweight gold jewellery and lower-carat products despite high prices.

Rising gold prices are prompting Indian consumers to sell old jewellery for cash, while organised jewellers expand cash-for-gold programmes to increase recycled gold supply.