Ahmedabad-based SMR Jewels launched its SME IPO on May 26 with a Rs 128–135 price band, aiming to raise Rs 67.23 crore for expansion, working capital and debt repayment initiatives.

Mumbai-based Shringar House of Mangalsutra reported strong Q4 FY26 growth, doubled PAT, expanded manufacturing capacity, and entered the bridal jewellery segment through partnerships with Tanishq and Malabar Gold & Diamonds.

As jewellery consumers become more informed and cautious, retailers are increasingly facing delayed purchase decisions driven by friction in trust, storytelling, pricing clarity, customer engagement, and overall buying experience.

As collaborative jewellery shopping gains momentum, retailers are witnessing higher ticket sizes, evolving design preferences, and stronger emotional engagement driven by mothers and daughters shopping together, observes Dhwani Rathod.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated IIGJ Udupi on April 28, in Karnataka, highlighting skilling, employment and industry-led training, while IIGJ signed an MoU with IIT Madras for lab-grown diamond certification.

Platinum Guild International India launches Platinum Season of Love 2026 from April 17 to May 31 across India, aiming to drive platinum jewellery demand through retail partnerships, branded collections and marketing campaigns.

Platinum Guild International’s Q4 2025 review highlights regional market shifts, with platinum gaining share across China, India, Japan, and the US as record gold prices influence consumer demand patterns.

India’s gem and jewellery exports totalled $27.72 billion in FY2025–26, reflecting a structural shift towards diversified markets and value-added segments amid global uncertainties and declining dependence on the US market.

De Beers Group highlights growing adoption of natural diamonds as daily wear in India on World Diamond Day, driven by self-purchase trends and increasing demand across Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets.

Aisshpra Gems & Jewels launched its 15th showroom on April 10, 2026, in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, expanding in Tier-2 markets, introducing ‘Jewel Story’, and strengthening its franchise-led retail growth strategy.

Natural Diamond Council launched World Diamond Day on April 8, 2026, with participation across India and globally to promote natural diamond storytelling, industry engagement, and consumer connection.

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.

De Beers launched The Great Indian Diamond Archive on March 31 in New Delhi, documenting 12 historic diamonds of Indian origin to highlight India’s early role in global diamond mining history.

GemGenève will present eight emerging designers at its 10th edition from May 7–10, 2026 in Geneva, highlighting new talent through the Designers’ Village alongside global industry participation.