US Jewellery Market Holds Strong as Sales Rise Despite Tariffs, Gold Surge and Industry Contraction
Despite soaring gold prices, steep tariffs and rising crime, US jewellery sales continue to climb in 2025 — driven by resilient consumer demand, strong independents and a smaller but stronger retail base.
HM Sarafa Bazaar Debuts iAMORY, Its First Experiential 925 Sterling Silver & Lab-Grown Diamond Store in Mumbai
Blending 80 years of legacy with modern craftsmanship, HM Sarafa Bazaar launches iAMORY, its first experiential 925 sterling silver and lab-grown diamond store, aimed at redefining fine, fashionable, and accessible jewellery for today’s consumers.
Government Approves Hallmarking for 9-Karat Gold Jewellery to Revive Demand
The government has officially approved hallmarking for 9-karat gold jewellery, expanding the existing range of certified gold purities in an effort to make the yellow metal more accessible to cost-sensitive buyers.
Pritesh Patel Appointed as President and CEO of GIA
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced the appointment of Pritesh Patel as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 4, 2025. Patel, who currently serves as GIA’s Chief Operating Officer, will take over the role from Susan M. Jacques, who will retire at the end of this year after more than a decade in the leadership position
Heritage Meets Modern Retail: Raniwala 1881 Teams Up with Francorp to Launch Franchise Expansion
Raniwala 1881, the iconic Jaipur-based luxury jewellery house with roots dating back to the 19th century, has announced a strategic partnership with Francorp, the franchising consultancy arm of Franchise India Group, to expand its retail footprint through a franchise-led model
GJEPC Engages with Bankers in Interactive Session, Fostering Stronger Collaborations and Confidence in Industry Growth
The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) recently hosted an interactive session with leading bankers in Mumbai on October 17, focusing on the current industry outlook and exploring new opportunities for collaboration with financial institutions
Abaran Timeless and Abaran Foundation release first quarter report
Abaran Timeless Jewellery and Abaran Foundation shared their first quarter report, mentioning the main events of the quarter
Jewellery Industry Leaders Voice Budget Expectations Ahead of Announcement
As India anticipates the forthcoming budget set to be unveiled by the end of July, leaders in the jewellery sector, including PNG Jewellers and Khimji Jewellers, have articulated their expectations
Zerodha Fund House Highlights Gold Investment Opportunities on Akshaya Tritiya
As the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya draws near, Zerodha Fund House, India's premier passive AMC, sheds light on the significance of this day and the potential benefits of gold investments
India's Gold Demand Surges by 8% in Q1 to Reach 136.6 Tonnes Despite High Rates
This unexpected increase underscores the enduring cultural significance of gold in India and its status as a preferred asset class for investors
GJNRF Wins ‘NGO Leadership Award’ At 13th World CSR Day Congress & Awards
GJNRF received the NGO Leadership Award at the 13th World CSR Day Awards organized by World CSR Congress and certified by the World Federation of CSR Professionals
GJEPC welcomes Vote-on-Account Budget which sows the seeds to achieve Viksit Bharat in Amrit Kal
Interim Union Budget 2024-25 Reaction by Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC
Dubai Airport Experiences Gold Rush as Record Sales Surge for Its Largest Retailer
Dubai Duty Free, the world's busiest airport retailer at Dubai International, set a new revenue record in 2023, totalling 7.885 billion UAE dirhams ($2.16 billion). The surge is credited to robust gold demand, making it the third-largest category. Gold sales constituted 10% of total revenue, a notable increase from its 2019 ranking
Orafo Jewels introduces an online shopping platform in celebration of its fifth anniversary
The inauguration was conducted on November 18, 2023 and was attended by Telugu movie star Kavya Kalyanram
Diwali 2023: Retailers expect a big bang this festive season
Diwali is always a special occasion in terms of sales for the jewellery industry, but this year, the grand festival holds the promise of a particularly big boom in view of the wedding season coinciding with the festive season, discovers Suneeta Kaul

