IAGES hosted Trust Circle 2026 in New Delhi, bringing stakeholders from refining, bullion, manufacturing, assaying, hallmarking, retail and digital investment gold together.

Yaashvi Jewellers has received domestic contracts worth approximately Rs 30 crore for supplying gold jewellery, with deliveries scheduled for completion by October 31, 2026.

Gold prices eased as higher oil prices raised inflation concerns and strengthened expectations that central banks may keep interest rates elevated for longer, weighing on the non-yielding asset.

With new trade agreements opening markets, and shifting global sourcing strategies creating fresh opportunities, India’s gem and jewellery industry is entering an important phase. GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali discusses India’s growing global role, emerging export opportunities, and the road ahead, with Suneeta Kaul.

Goldman Sachs’ Tony Kim expects gold’s current pause to give way to fresh highs, with sustained central-bank buying providing strong structural support for prices.

Jewellery stocks fell on September 1 after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to avoid unnecessary gold purchases, citing Swadeshi and self-reliance, raising concerns over demand and jewellery buying patterns.

Jewellery demand in Ahmedabad has picked up ahead of Rakshabandhan, with consumers opting for silver rakhis, coins, lightweight gold jewellery and lower-carat products despite high prices.

Rising gold prices are prompting Indian consumers to sell old jewellery for cash, while organised jewellers expand cash-for-gold programmes to increase recycled gold supply.

Gadgil on family restructuring, budget-conscious gold buying, bridging legacy with a digital-first generation, and why his new book, Choosing Gold, is his story first and a PNG story second.

Thailand’s gem and jewellery sector, including gold, generated $26.6 billion in exports in 2025, strengthening the country’s position as an international jewellery manufacturing and trading centre.

With the U.S. Section 301 tariff regime taking effect on July 24, 2026, GJEPC says Indian gem and jewellery exports continue to face a 10% additional tariff despite policy compliance.

The Gem & Jewellery Council has cautioned that the US' 10% tariff on Indian imports could weaken export competitiveness, squeeze margins and impact jobs, urging government intervention through trade negotiations.

Richemont reported a 20% increase in first-quarter sales for FY2027, with its Jewellery Maisons posting 24% growth, driven by strong demand across key markets including Asia Pacific and the Americas.

GJEPC met officials at the Embassy of India in Bangkok to strengthen India-Thailand gem and jewellery trade ties and promote Thai buyer participation at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai.