Gem & Jewellery imports dip 17% to $1.40 billion in July
The import of rough diamonds declined by 16% to $4.3 billion for April-July 2024
The import of rough diamonds declined by 16% to $4.3 billion for April-July 2024
The gold and jewellery industry expects continuation of pro-growth and pro-gold policy reforms.
Last month, PC Jeweller had also received a similar proposal from Union Bank of India to settle its outstanding dues.
The Tata group company reported disappointing growth in the jewellery business in Q1 FY25, due to higher gold prices and lower wedding days.
P N Gadgil Jewellers looks to raise up to ₹1,100 crore via the IPO route, while Crizac plans to garner up to ₹1,000 crore from the public issue.
Demand for gold jewellery reduced due to spike in price but sovereign gold bonds December-tranche attracted record subscriptions
The GJEPC has urged govt to cut import duty on gold, silver, and platinum bars to 4%; reduction in import duty on cut and polished diamonds to 2.5%.
Rise in income levels and economic uncertainties to aid consumption of yellow metal.
Exploring new markets and FTA's to provide momentum in exports
The gold demand increased by 28% YoY to ₹188,400 crore in Q3 2023; in volume terms, the demand rose by 10% in the July-September period.