The jewellery industry is going all out to give different kinds of items as Diwali gifts – while mithai (sweets) is synonymous with Diwali, jewellers are making sure to give meaningful, non-perishable items to their valued clients and staff as gifts. In the process, they are nurturing their patrons and deepening their relationship with their associates, discovers Suneeta Kaul

What does it take to be a good floor manager? Suneeta Kaul talks to a cross-section of jewellery retailers in an attempt to glean what kind of attributes they look for when hiring the perfect floor manager

There is no consensus among retailers regarding the impact the high gold prices will have on the buying pattern of customers this Akshaya Tritiya. While some feel that the unprecedented jump will dampen spirits, others are of the opinion that it will be business as usual, finds out Suneeta Kaul

As 2022 draws to a close, jewellery retailers take a moment to reflect on the year that was, and express their views on what to expect in 2023. The industry is upbeat, and there’s a lot of optimism in the sector, discovers Suneeta Kaul

Gauging the buying capacity of customers is a complicated issue – retailers have to make an assessment based on the body language and reactions of buyers, as well as their attire and accessories, says Suneeta Kaul

This might be a good time to invest in gold as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine may not subside fully, even if diplomatic talks succeed. In case a war-like situation comes about, gold prices are very likely to zoom, says Suneeta Kaul

Industry players feel the move is ill-advised and ill-timed, as they are already grappling with challenges caused by the pandemic and HUID issues. If the proposal goes through, it will add a huge burden to the industry, finds out Suneeta Kaul

The on-going festive season is acting as a force multiplier for sales in the jewellery sector, and retailers are laughing all the way to the bank, finds out Suneeta Kaul