At IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026, jewellers report steady raw material sourcing despite global volatility, with cautious sentiment prevailing; the industry, however, is closely monitoring geopolitical risks and pricing pressures, reports Khursheed Mistry.

Changing consumer behaviour, rising gold prices and faster buying cycles are driving demand for lightweight, high-rotation jewellery, forcing retailers to rethink inventory planning, merchandising strategies and sales approaches.

Angara introduced personalized engraving across its ring collection on February 26, 2026, available online in India and globally, expanding customization options as demand grows for individualized fine jewellery purchases.

Prêt by Couture India opened at Grand Hyatt Mumbai with a clear focus on lightweight design, operational discipline, and calibrated growth, reflecting an industry that aligns creativity with commercial precision in evolving retail markets.

As margin pressure, price volatility and shifting customer behaviour reshape jewellery retail, habitual discounting is eroding authority and long-term value, prompting retailers to rethink pricing discipline and strategy.

Angara has enabled silver metal selection across eligible jewellery designs on its India website in January 2026, expanding consumer metal choices as price volatility drives demand for flexible fine jewellery options.

Ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27, leading jewellery retailers, manufacturers and industry bodies outline expectations on GST, import duties, exports, digital gold regulation, working capital, and policy reforms to strengthen growth.

Palmonas’ latest campaign reflects how jewellery marketing is being reworked through narrative-led celebrity use, product-first communication, and lower entry price points, as brands align messaging with everyday consumption habits.

GJEPC submitted pre-Budget recommendations to the Finance Ministry in Mumbai on January 14, 2026, seeking duty rationalization, tax reforms and SEZ flexibility to support exports amid global trade pressures.

Ahmedabad-based Harit Zaveri Jewellers has introduced its Shagun collection in January 2026, targeting wedding-related gifting demand with 22K gold jewellery designed for ceremonial and long-term wear.

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 Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council presented key policy proposals to the Government seeking tax reforms, industry incentives, and regulatory ease to strengthen India’s leadership in diamonds, gold, coloured gemstones, and lab-grown diamonds.

In a landmark event for the global gemstone industry, over 1.4 tons of rough Brazilian emeralds will be auctioned in Antwerp this September. Hosted by international auction house Auctim.com, the sale is expected to draw significant international interest from gem traders, manufacturers, and collectors.

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