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Angara Debuts in India, Set to Transform Fine Jewellery with Customisable D2C Experience

With over 300 years of gemstone legacy and a $100M global presence, Angara brings personalised, digital-first fine jewellery to Indian consumers.

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US-based fine jewellery brand Angara has officially entered the Indian market, bringing a rich heritage in gemstone craftsmanship and a disruptive direct-to-consumer (D2C) model designed to reshape how Indians shop for fine jewellery.

Founded by Indian-origin entrepreneurs Ankur and Aditi Daga, Angara has grown into a $100 million+ enterprise across the US, UK, and Australia, renowned for its handcrafted pieces featuring gemstones, diamonds, and pearls. Now, the brand is bringing its unique approach to India’s dynamic jewellery landscape, offering bespoke, made-to-order creations that combine traditional artistry with modern technology.

“India’s jewellery market is at a pivotal moment,” said Ankur Daga, Founder & CEO. “People are moving away from generic, mass-produced designs and gravitating towards pieces that reflect their individuality. We’ve perfected this digital-first model globally, and now it’s time to bring that innovation home.”

Angara’s India strategy is anchored in its vertically integrated, digital-first model, which empowers customers to personalise every aspect of their jewellery—from gemstone and carat size to metal type and setting. The brand leverages an intuitive online platform enhanced with AI-driven recommendations, delivering both superior quality and transparent pricing by cutting out intermediaries.

“Indian buyers have traditionally faced a choice between conventional jewellers and expensive luxury brands,” added Aditi Daga, Co-founder. “Angara bridges that gap by offering elegant, meaningful, and affordable fine jewellery—tailored to each individual.”

The brand’s entry comes at a time when Indian consumers are shifting from heirloom pieces to more expressive, everyday elegance. As interest in coloured gemstones rises and the diamond market evolves with lab-grown alternatives, Angara’s expertise in rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and other precious stones positions it well to meet emerging demands.

With over 1 million customers globally and operations in Ireland, Canada, Thailand, and now India, Angara is also eyeing a future offline presence. Plans are underway to launch experiential retail spaces that will complement its digital platform, offering hands-on interaction without compromising the brand’s hallmark of customisation.

To support its Indian expansion, Angara has built an end-to-end supply chain that ensures ethical sourcing, exceptional craftsmanship, and consistent quality. Its made-to-order model aligns with the growing appetite for sustainable, conscious luxury in India.

Angara’s launch marks more than just the arrival of a new brand—it signals a bold reimagining of India’s fine jewellery market. With a legacy of craftsmanship, a passion for innovation, and a focus on personalisation, Angara is ready to redefine how Indian consumers experience jewellery.

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Chow Tai Fook Cashes In On Hong Kong’s Tourism Comeback

As Travelers Return and Gold Prices Wobble, The Jewelry Giant Proves A 52% Profit Jump Is Anyone’s Best Accessory

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Hong Kong jewelry giant Chow Tai Fook just wrapped up its fiscal year with fantastic  numbers -group revenue climbed 5% to HKD 94.4 billion (about $12.05 billion), while profit didn’t just grow, it basically exploded — up 52% to a record HKD 9.08 billion ($1.15 billion).

So what’s behind the glow-up? Two words: tourists and trust. As travelers flooded back into Hong Kong and Macau, same-store sales there jumped a staggering 17%. Mainland China wasn’t far behind, posting 7% growth even as the company admitted things got a little shaky in the final quarter thanks to gold prices doing their usual rollercoaster routine.

Chow Tai Fook didn’t just get lucky — they’ve been quietly reinventing themselves. Think less “grandma’s jewelry counter,” more curated boutique energy: trading out older locations for spots in upscale malls and leaning hard into branded collections instead of generic gold-by-the-gram sales.

Fixed-price jewelry (the stuff with a set price tag, not market-rate gold) shot up 16%, with the diamond-studded Hua Collection emerging as one of the year’s breakout hits. Gold jewelry sales overall: up a modest 3%.Store count: 5,540 in mainland China, 96 across Hong Kong and Macau

In its own words, the company chalked up the rebound to brand transformation efforts paying off even amid a softer mainland market. At the same time, the tourism recovery did some heavy lifting for Hong Kong and Macau sales. Chow Tai Fook believes fiscal 2027 will be much stronger, with “significantly fewer” store closures, as demand stabilizes.

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