Ahmedabad-based SMR Jewels Limited will launch its SME IPO on May 26, 2026, with a price band of Rs 128–135 per share to support business and corporate funding requirements.

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 India raises gold import duty to 15%, leading jewellery players and trade bodies support gold conservation measures while warning of liquidity pressure, export challenges and rising risks to MSMEs.

Statement diamonds, sculptural brooches, layered gemstones, and expressive menswear jewellery emerged as the defining visual language of luxury at Met Gala 2026, discovers Khursheed Mistry.

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.

Dholakia Lab Grown Diamond has secured over Rs 800 crore to expand retail operations, increase manufacturing capacity and scale deep-tech diamond applications across jewellery, semiconductor and industrial sectors globally.

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.

International Institute of Gemology facilitated a student visit to Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai, engaging with diamond companies to provide real-world exposure, industry insights, and practical understanding of trade operations.

Forevermark is doubling down on India as a cornerstone of its global growth strategy, blending aggressive retail expansion with a renewed focus on natural diamonds, younger consumers, and omnichannel excellence, says Mallikarjuna Reddy Yarabolu, Managing Director, Forevermark, De Beers India, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.

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.

Senco Gold & Diamonds introduces Bangle Utsav 2026 across India ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, presenting over 500 designs and promotional offers to drive seasonal jewellery demand and consumer engagement nationwide.

Mirari Fine Jewels has introduced the Machu Picchu collection, inspired by the historic citadel, featuring rings, cufflinks and earrings, focusing on design detail, craftsmanship and contemporary product positioning.

Palmonas’s Rs 373-crore funding story reveals how targeting the underserved middle market, building a strong brand, and executing omnichannel growth can redefine success for modern jewellers in India.

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.