Jewellery retailers across India face rising dead inventory levels, with 30–40% unsold stock locking capital, driven by changing consumer preferences, rising gold prices, and slower movement of traditional designs.

IIJS Bharat Tritaya 2026 concluded on a measured note, signalling a constructive recalibration. The industry is steadily transitioning from volume-led growth to a more value-driven, strategic approach, navigating global geopolitical shifts and elevated gold prices with greater clarity and intent, 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.

D P Abhushan Limited reported audited Q3FY26 and nine-month results on January 23, 2026, showing higher revenue, margins and profit, driven by festive demand, weddings, and disciplined inventory management.

Silver surged above $100 per ounce for the first time ever, while gold reached record highs near $5,000, driven by strong safe-haven demand and tight physical supplies amid global economic uncertainties.

Festive demand during Diwali and Dhanteras propels Senco Gold & Diamonds to its highest monthly sales ever, overcoming record gold prices with strong design-led collections, positive sentiment, and strategic offers.

PRET by Couture India 2025 showcased a bold evolution in India's jewellery industry, with vibrant ready-to-wear collections that redefine luxury for every occasion, signalling a powerful shift beyond traditional bridal markets

GSI is introducing a cutting-edge B2B GSI Stock Exchange. This platform is meticulously crafted to aid jewellery manufacturers in efficiently sourcing goods for their GSI-certified jewellery programs, providing a vital resource for seamless transactions within the industry

A jewellery collection is more than just a simple assortment of pieces; it embodies a meticulous process of research and thoughtful curation, Priyanka Talreja Garegrat finds out

Ciyaza has come up with a new brand identity

The company announces plan to launch 25 franchise stores by 2025

De Beers Forevermark Forum 2021 promises a lot to look forward to and is also all set to showcase an array of retail innovations

Dealing with inventory pile-up is every retailer’s nightmare, but it is even more daunting for retail jewellers in view of the big-ticket items they deal in. Suneeta Kaul talks to a cross-section of the jewellery industry to find out how jewellers are pushing out slow-moving stock

The gem and jewellery exports have taken a severe hit due to pandemic in 2020-21, but what the industry has achieved during this period is commendable which would help it further its growth in the long term