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Gargi by PNGS Celebrates Growth with New Store Openings in Aurangabad and Indore

The Fashion Jewellery Brand Marks Significant Expansion, Bringing its Total Store Count to 12 in Just Three Years

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Gargi by P N Gadgil & Sons (PNGS), a leading name in the fashion jewellery industry, has closed the year with a strong performance, inaugurating two new stores in Aurangabad and Indore. These additions bring the total number of exclusive Gargi outlets to 12, marking a major milestone in the brand’s rapid retail growth over the past three years.

Expanding Reach in Emerging Markets
The new stores, located in high-traffic retail destinations—Prozone Mall in Aurangabad and Citadel Mall in Indore—are part of Gargi’s strategy to expand into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This move is aimed at catering to the increasing demand for affordable, high-quality fashion jewellery in smaller urban centers, beyond the metropolitan regions.

A Year of Achievements and Innovation
2024 has proven to be a landmark year for Gargi. The brand expanded its footprint in Delhi with the opening of its Kapil Vihar, Pitampura store, and made further strides in Maharashtra with new outlets in Pimple Saudagar and Aurangabad. These expansions reinforce Gargi’s commitment to making stylish fashion jewellery more accessible to a wider audience.

The brand also launched the Utsaav collection, a festive range perfect for special occasions, and introduced its first-ever Kids Collection, featuring certified sterling silver jewellery designed with both safety and style in mind. These initiatives demonstrate Gargi’s dedication to inclusivity and diversification within the fashion jewellery market.

Aditya Modak, Co-founder of Gargi by PNGS, expressed, “Our growth isn’t just about numbers; it’s about connection. When people from different cities—whether women, men, or children—resonate with our designs, we know we’re on the right track. Aurangabad and Indore are not just new stores; they represent fresh relationships, inspiration, and opportunities for creative expression.”

Financial Growth and Future Goals
Gargi by PNGS has also achieved impressive financial milestones, surpassing a market capitalization of Rs. 1,500 crore, with plans to reach Rs. 100 crore in revenue by March 2025. The brand’s franchise-driven model has played a key role in this success, empowering local entrepreneurs while expanding the PNGS legacy. With PNGS boasting an annual turnover of over Rs. 8,500 crore, Gargi’s journey is marked by a blend of heritage and innovation.

Looking to the future, Gargi aims to continue its expansion across India, capitalizing on shifting consumer preferences and forging deeper connections with jewellery enthusiasts of all ages.

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MCX gold rate falls below Rs.1.61 lakh, silver slips 1% on strong dollar

Rising US Dollar Index and higher US 10‑Year Treasury Yield weigh on bullion as Multi Commodity Exchange gold dips below ₹1.61 lakh and silver declines despite ongoing US–Iran tensions.

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Gold and silver prices in India opened lower on Monday, following weakness in international bullion prices as a stronger dollar weighed on the prices of precious metals.

MCX gold rate today for April futures contracts opened 0.6% lower at Rs. 1,60,651 per 10 grams as against its previous close of Rs.1,61,634 level. MCX silver price for May futures contracts opened 0.29% lower at Rs. 2,67,497 per kilogram as against its previous close of Rs. 2,68,285 level. Selling pressure intensified and MCX gold and MCX silver prices were trading over 1%3.1 Dollar Strength

The US Dollar Index (DXY) rose to 99.695, hovering near a three-month high reached the prior week. Since bullion is priced in dollars globally, a stronger greenback makes gold and silver more expensive in local currencies, suppressing international demand and exerting downward pressure on prices.

US 10-year Treasury yields climbed to a near one-month high, elevating the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets such as gold. Investors rotating into higher-yielding fixed-income instruments contributed to the sell-off in precious metals.

A sharp rise in crude oil prices has reignited inflation concerns, causing markets to revise downward their expectations for near-term interest rate reductions by the US Federal Reserve. Delayed rate-cut prospects are bearish for gold, which typically benefits from lower real interest rate environments.

The ongoing US-Iran conflict in the Middle East escalated further during the reporting period. Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as supreme leader, adding an additional layer of geopolitical uncertainty. Paradoxically, while geopolitical risks are traditionally positive for safe-haven assets like gold, the stronger dollar and rate-cut repricing dominated market sentiment, offsetting any safe-haven premium.

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