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GJ industry says Budget 2026 ensures stability; bolsters liquidity, exports, ease of doing business, and global competitiveness
Prominent voices from the gems and jewellery sector have welcomed the Union Budget 2026–27 as a growth-oriented blueprint that bolsters liquidity, exports, ease of doing business, and global competitiveness.
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With no hikes in customs duties or GST, the budget underscores policy stability and strong support for MSMEs, reinforcing the industry’s role in driving employment and exports. Union Budget 2026 emphasizes stability, continuity, and capital expenditure amid global uncertainty.
Guided by the “three Kartavya” framework—growth, empowerment, and inclusivity—it prioritizes CapEx-led development, including seven new high-speed rail corridors. Tax reforms are minimal, focusing on predictability and fiscal discipline, with support for MSMEs through a Rs10,000 crore Growth Fund.

Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, spotlighted reforms like trust-based digital customs, SEZ-DTA concessional sales, no ₹10 lakh courier export cap, advance Bills of Entry, AEO duty deferment, MSME credit via TReDS, duty-free LGD imports till 2028, and a new National Institute of Design. “These strengthen liquidity, exports, design, and global edge,”
Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, GJC, called it a “stable, sensitive approach” with policy certainty, MSME support, ease-of-business measures, and tax reforms, recognizing the sector’s role in jobs and exports.


Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman, GJC, added it aids sustainable growth via finance access and compliance simplification amid global uncertainties.
Prithviraj Kothari, President, IBJA, MD, RiddiSiddhi Bullions; noted the budget’s 7% growth focus on MSMEs and governance but highlighted unmet bullion expectations—no gold import duty cuts, GST reforms, or broad export incentives. Capital gains tax exemption on RBI Sovereign Gold Bonds applies only to original subscribers.

Operational improvements dominated the positive feedback:
- Trust-based customs processes and digital appraisals to reduce clearance delays
- SEZ-to-DTA sales at concessional duties, helping utilize idle capacity
- Increased courier export cap to Rs.10 lakh, benefiting MSMEs
- Duty-free imports of lab-grown and sawn diamonds extended until 2028
- Enhanced MSME financing (Rs.10,000 crore Growth Fund, extended duty deferment to 30 days)
- Capital gains tax exemption on Sovereign Gold Bonds (original subscribers only)
- Liquidity through TReDS
- AEO Benefits: The duty deferment period for Authorised Economic Operators (AEOs)— has been extended from 15 to 30 days.
These endorsements signal renewed optimism for the Rs.7 lakh crore gems and jewellery industry, which employs over 50 lakh people and accounts for 7% of India’s total exports. Industry stakeholders anticipate accelerated recovery and innovation in FY 2026–27.
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P N Gadgil Jewellers Delivers Robust 9M FY26 Performance with Revenue of ₹71,948 Mn, EBITDA Up 105.3% and PAT Growth of 104.5% YoY
Strong festive and wedding-led demand drives robust revenue growth, higher profitability, and improved store-level performance in Q3 and 9M FY26
P N Gadgil Jewellers Limited, one of the most reputed jewellers in the country, boasting around 193 years of excellence in craftsmanship and trusted service in the retail business of gold, silver, and diamond jewellery, announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended 31 st December, 2025.


During the period under review, total revenue excluding the other segment grew by 45.6% YoY (Q3 FY26 vs. Q3 FY25) and by 41.0% YoY (9M FY26 vs. 9M FY25). The following summary presents the revenue breakdown:

• Retail segment is 83.2% of our total sales, continues to lead the way, achieving an impressive Revenue growth of 46.2% an EBITDA margin of 10.1% and a PAT margin of 6.5%.
• For 9M FY26, average revenue per store stands at around Rs. 1,090.1 million, while net profit per store reached Rs. 48.4 million, demonstrating strong efficiency and profitability at the store level.
Operational Financial Highlights
• Product-wise Performance: For nine months ended FY26, the Silver category delivered a strong performance with 96% growth in value and 56% growth in volume, while Diamond sales also improved, recording over 50% rise in volume Y-o-Y, resulting in the stud ratio reaching 8.4%.
• Festive Sales Surge: Festive sales remain a key driver of our success. Dussehra alone delivered the company’s highest-ever single-day festive sales of ₹1,900 Mn increased by 64% Y-o-Y. The company recorded festive season sales of ₹ 6,060 Mn during Diwali, registering a robust 74% growth as compared to the previous year.
• Customer Footfall and Conversion Rate: A 33% increase in footfall, coupled with a strong Conversion rate of 94%, further fuels our growth, reflecting increased Demand, customer engagement and sustained purchasing behaviour at the store level.
• Increased Transaction Count and ATV: As customer engagement continues to rise, there has been a notable uptick in both transaction volumes and average spending per visit. The transaction count grew by 35%, taking the Average Transaction Value (ATV) to Rs. 103.1k.

Commenting on the performance, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman & Managing Director, P N Gadgil Jewellers Limited, said, “The quarter witnessed strong momentum, supported by healthy Festive and wedding-led demand. Revenue from operations increased 35.6% YoY to Rs. 33,026 Mn in Q3 FY26, despite gold price volatility. Demand remained broad-based across core markets, led by gold jewellery, new designs and an increasing preference for lightweight and studded jewellery, supported by strong brand recall and customer trust. Profitability improved significantly during the quarter, with PAT rising 98.6% YoY to Rs.1,709 Mn, supported by a favorable product mix, higher contribution from Studded jewellery, along with disciplined cost management, resulted in meaningful margin expansion. Retail continued to be the primary growth driver, complemented by strong growth in e-commerce and steady performance in the franchise segment. The Company continued to execute its expansion strategy with the addition of three new company-owned stores this quarter at Moshi (Pimpri-Chinchwad), Patna (Bihar), and Viman Nagar under the LiteStyle format, taking the Company’s total retail footprint to 66 stores as of December 2025. Going ahead, management remains focused on driving same-store sales growth, maintaining healthy inventory turns, and sustaining profitable growth, supported by continued upcoming festive & wedding led demand.”
source: PNG Jewellers
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