India’s gold market slowed through May and early June as higher import duties, price volatility and seasonal factors curtailed jewellery demand, while ETF outflows and imports also declined.

The World Gold Council’s 2026 Central Bank Gold Reserves Survey finds most respondents expect global gold holdings to rise over the next year amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty.

World Gold Council says India’s increase in gold import duty from 6% to 15% could reduce 2026 jewellery and investment demand by 50-60 tonnes amid weaker sentiment and higher unofficial inflows.

World Gold Council’s Q1 2026 report shows global gold demand rose 2% year-on-year as record prices reduced jewellery volumes but boosted bar, coin and ETF investment demand worldwide.

With Akshaya Tritiya around the corner, jewellery retailers are unveiling festive offers, exclusive collections, and smart buying schemes to attract customers and maximize seasonal sales momentum across India.

Bharat Diamond Bourse organized a Leadership Series session in Mumbai featuring MUBRI President Ali Pastorini and WGC India CEO Sachin Jain, addressing Latin America demand, trade barriers, and domestic market outlook.

All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council concluded GJS April 2026 in Mumbai on April 7, reporting 350 exhibitors, 650 booths and 9,000 visitors, driven by Akshay Tritiya demand and industry participation.

GJC will host the 9th GJS from April 4–7 in Mumbai with over 400 exhibitors, Manthan conclave, Mindspeak seminars, and Chief Guest Chandrashekhar Bawankule anchoring the opening.

Muthoot Exim marks 100 Gold Point centres in India, strengthening organized gold recycling, increasing domestic supply, reducing import dependence, and planning further expansion over the next two years.

World Gold Council launched the second phase of its ‘The Moment is Gold’ campaign on 4 March 2026 in Mumbai, positioning gold as an everyday purchase linked to personal milestones and achievements.

With over 1,000 global leaders in attendance, DMCC launches FinX — an integrated ecosystem connecting commodities, capital markets and fintech — reinforcing Dubai’s growing influence in physical and digital precious metals trade.

World Gold Council launches its first India-focused Gold ETF awareness campaign, positioning gold as a modern, digitally accessible investment for young investors, emphasizing affordability, transparency, liquidity and physical backing.

The global jewellery fraternity convened in Paris for the 2025 CIBJO Congress, where industry leaders, policymakers, and experts gathered to discuss the evolving landscape of the gem and jewellery trade.

India’s festive gold demand is likely to dip this year as soaring bullion prices threaten to dampen jewellery purchases, industry experts warn.