Gold and silver prices are expected to remain firm next week as investors await key US economic data, while elevated levels could trigger profit-booking in bullion markets.

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

India’s gold market is showing signs of recovery in August as prices rebound, jewellery demand improves and retailers rebuild inventories ahead of the festive season, World Gold Council says

IAGES and SPJIMR have launched a six-month executive programme for young gold and jewellery business leaders, covering finance, strategy, technology, governance and family business.

IIJS 2026 ended with healthy buyer attendance and active enquiries, while retailers remained selective on quantities, focusing on immediate demand, inventory rotation and festive requirements.

Sabyasachi Mukherjee has entered a multi-year collaboration with New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, beginning with a high jewellery collection inspired by Byzantine art and craftsmanship.

MCX silver futures rose Rs 2,134 per kg on August 10, while gold declined Rs 360 as investors booked profits and awaited US inflation data for rate cues.

Divine Solitaires recognised partner jewellers and conducted TSFI’s first weekly lucky draw on 9 August at IIJS Premiere 2026 in Mumbai, marking the festival’s fifth edition.

R.R. Jewellers celebrated its 16th anniversary in Hyderabad on July 27, 2026 with the launch of its Festival Collection, highlighting its retail growth, customer reach and affordable gold jewellery strategy.

SICIS Jewels collaborated with Vaishali S as the official jewellery partner for the Swayam collection, presented on July 8, 2026 at the Residence of the Ambassador of India in Paris.

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.

De Beers Group has expanded its ‘Love, From Dad’ Father’s Day campaign with actor Pankaj Tripathi and daughter Aashi, alongside retail activations across 50 stores in India on June 20–21, 2026.

India's listed jewellers have posted their best March quarter on record. Strip out a 79% rise in the gold price, and a quieter, more uncomfortable picture emerges — one the unorganized trade and several regional listings have already started to live with.

De Beers Group, GJEPC and JioStar have launched a natural diamond promotion campaign during India’s cricket season, integrating jewellery styling, player-led storytelling and branded segments to strengthen consumer engagement.