Gold Rally Continues as High Prices Weigh on Indian Jewellery Demand
Gold rose to a more than three-month high on 21 August, supported by a weaker US dollar and technical momentum, while high prices continued to weigh on Indian retail demand.gold prices, gold jewellery, Indian retail demand, bullion market, gold rally, jewellery industry, silver prices, precious metals, gold buying, jewellery retailers
Richemont Q1 Sales Rise 20%; Jewellery Division Leads Growth
Richemont reported a 20% increase in first-quarter sales for FY2027, with its Jewellery Maisons posting 24% growth, driven by strong demand across key markets including Asia Pacific and the Americas.
Tanishq Natural Diamonds, Rahul Mishra Debut Couture Jewellery Collection at Paris Couture Week
Tanishq Natural Diamonds and Rahul Mishra unveiled an exclusive couture jewellery collection at Paris Couture Week 2026 on July 8, showcasing Indian jewellery craftsmanship and couture through a collaborative design approach.
BDB Collects 801 Units in Single-Day Blood Donation Drive
Bharat Diamond Bourse organized a blood donation drive on June 17 in Mumbai, collecting 801 units in partnership with five hospitals and blood banks to address an urgent citywide shortage.
PGI Reports Growth in Global Platinum Jewellery Demand in 2025
Platinum Guild International’s 2025 Business Review says platinum jewellery demand rose across major markets despite high gold prices, tariffs and manufacturing pressures, with resilience expected to continue into 2026.
IAGES Campaign Pushes Verification-Led Gold Buying During Akshaya Tritiya 2026
IAGES expanded its #PehlaCheckIAGES campaign across India during Akshaya Tritiya 2026, encouraging consumers to verify jewellers before purchase while positioning accreditation and transparency as differentiators for jewellery businesses.
India becomes second-largest diamond market, overtakes China and Japan
India’s diamond jewellery market reached Rs 497 billion in 2025, capturing 12% global demand, driven by Gen Z and self-purchasing women, with projections of Rs 1,50,000 crore by 2030.
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery Opens Store in Patna
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery opened a new store in Patna on April 6, 2026, with Neetu Chandra inaugurating the outlet to strengthen regional presence and meet rising demand.
From Footfall to Conversion: How In-Store Experience Is Becoming the Real Differentiator
With customers entering stores pre-informed and decision-ready, jewellery retailers are witnessing a shift in conversion dynamics, making in-store experience design a critical factor in influencing final purchase outcomes.
Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers receives IAGES accreditation across 24 stores
Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers secured IAGES accreditation across 24 stores in Maharashtra and Goa on March 24, 2026, reinforcing compliance, transparency and alignment with industry-led self-regulatory standards.
P N Gadgil Jewellers Crosses Rs 10,000 Crore Revenue in FY26
P N Gadgil Jewellers reported over Rs 10,000 crore revenue in FY26, with Gudi Padwa sales at Rs 170.7 crore, up 38% YoY, driven by gold, diamond and silver segments.
We are optimistic about India’s diamond export trajectory in 2026 Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC
In spite of an 8.76% dip in cut and polished diamond exports during April-November 2025, GJEPC remains optimistic about India’s export performance in 2026. The Council is looking forward to the BTA with the US, and should that take longer than expected, it will take all necessary measures in coordination with the government and stakeholders to support exports, and ensure continued growth, says Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.
HRD Antwerp Launches Education Programmes in India
HRD Antwerp launched its globally recognized diamond, gemmology and jewellery education programmes in Mumbai on January 13, 2026, to expand access to structured, internationally aligned professional training in India.
Event Plan for JJS held from December 19 to 22 2025
JJS 2025, scheduled from December 19–22 at the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, will host 1,227 booths, feature the Coloured Gemstones theme, and welcome top exhibitors, retailers, and global participants.
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.
