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IIJS SIGNATURE 2025

Reflecting strong demand and creativity

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2 years ago

January 10, 2025

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IIJS Signature 2025 has set the tone for the year with promising trends in diamond and gold jewellery. From budget-friendly pieces to innovative designs, the event has underscored the industry’s resilience and adaptability to changing consumer preferences. IIJS Signature kicked off with a strong opening, showcasing an impressive demand for diamond and bridal studded gold jewellery. The appetite for unique, high-value pieces remained robust. IIJS Signature 2025 was a successful event that further solidified India’s prominence in the global jewelry market. The show featured 3,400 stalls and over 1,700 exhibitors, along with international buyers from some 60 countries.

IIJS Signature 2025 was the ideal meeting place, where Visitors experienced innovation, the new brands and multiple ranges of jewellery designed and launched during the show, apart from the traditional ones. IIJS Signature 2025 was where the trends were created and showcased. IIJS Signature 2025 indicates trends for the upcoming year. Classic Victorian pieces, statement necklaces—especially chokers—and layered looks seem to be grabbing attention. Stylish statement jewellery is in, with either large gems taking the spotlight or entire pieces featuring clean geometric or organic motifs.

IIJS SIGNATURE 2025 was inaugurated by Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Hon’ble Minister of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation -Govt of Maharashtra at JWCC, Mumbai along with Guests of Honour Uesh Pandey, Thai Trade Representative, Thailand, and Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman & Managing Director, PNG Jewellers. IIJS SIGNATURE 2025 was inaugurated at Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Mumbai by Chief Guest Amruta Fadnavis, Banker, Singer & Social Worker along with Guests of Honour R.Arulanandan Director, Dept. of Commerce, MoC&I, Suvankar Sen Executive Director Senco Gold & Diamonds*, Deependra Singh Khushwaha, IAS, Development Commissioner(Industries) Govt of Maharashtra.

Iconic women achievers were bestowed the the Hall of Fame Gems of Prestige awards

At IIJS Celebration Night 6 iconic women were awarded the Hall of Fame Gems of Prestige to mark their outstanding contribution to the gems and jewellery sector. Known for their creative brilliance, business acumen and exemplary leadership qualities these women have carved their paths of success worthy of recognition.

Leading corporate retailers with listed IPOs were honoured with the Hall of Fame Gems of Prestige Award

At IIJS Celebration Night at Jio World Convention Centre, the companies with listed IPOs were honoured with the Hall of Fame Gems of Prestige Awards in an attempt to recognise their outstanding performance in bolstering the growth of gem and jewellery industry.

JewelBuzz had the honour and pleasure to present Amrutaji Fadnavis with a copy of the JewelBuzz IIJS Signature 2025 special edition

Emerald launches an array of exquisite jewellery collections at IIJS Signature 2025

Emerald Jewel Industry launched an array of exclusive jewellery collections at IIJS Signature 2025.The timeless pieces are crafted for every occasion.

The exquisite and elegant spectrum of collections comprised Tintora, Minique, Fiora, Fusora, Rangmala, Fascetta, Micro Stone, Heart, and Kalaakriti collections, each offering a unique blend of craftsmanship and modern design. Experience the luxury of the Diamond Open Close, Modern Chain Mix, CNC Bangles, Chains by Hollow, and Mangalsutra collections.

K Srinivasan, CMD- Emerald Group speaking at the launch of jewellery collections at IIJS SIGNATURE 2025 said “We are proud and delighted to have completed 40 years.Emerald has seen continuous growth – and for this I thank my dealers, customers and media.

As we move forward, we are determined to continue with our innovation in design, focus on quality, all driven by new ideas, new techniques.We are aggressively promoting our diamond jewellery. We are focused on better service, quick delivery. Delivery & Design is our mantra.This will ensure a satisfied clientele and continued growth.”

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Ansaa Jewellers launches of “Saptakrti Collection – Seven Colour Forms” at IIJS SIGNATURE 2025

Ansaa Jewellers Private Limited unveiled their latest masterpiece, “Saptakrti Collection – Seven Colour Forms” at the prestigious IIJS SIGNATURE 2025 . Saptakriti by Ansaa Jewellers is inspired by 7 colors of the rainbow meet Navratan’s charm and Kundan’s artistry. Inspired by nature, crafted for elegance.

Immerse yourself in a world of exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance as we showcase a collection that redefines the art of jewelry. Saptakrti is a celebration of creativity, a fusion of tradition and contemporary design, and a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence.

GSI collaborates with GJEPC, launches exclusive lab at Bharat Ratnam – Mega CFC, Mumbai

The Indian gem and jewellery industry is raring to reach a market cap of US $100 billion by 2025. Organising the industry across all hierarchies to attain this objective, every stakeholder is rooting for mandatory certification of not only gemstones but also jewellery. Adding merit to this development, Gemological Science International (GSI) has collaborated with Bharat Ratnam – Mega CFC to set up the sole lab facility for comprehensive jewellery and gemstone certification.

To celebrate this visionary partnership, Bharat Ratnam and GSI jointly organised a soft launch at IIJS Signature 2025. Dignitaries present at the event included Colin Shah – Working Group Member of Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC; Ramit Kapur, Managing Director, GSI India; and Ravi Menon, CEO, Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC.

Bharat Ratnam – Mega CFC bridges gaps in India’s jewellery industry by providing cutting-edge Technology, Techniques, and Training. Serving MSMEs, students, brands, and designers, it offers global-standard resources to enhance competitiveness.

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Jewellery Stocks Surge Following Gold ETF FoF Restrictions

Fresh Curbs On Paper-Gold Products Have Pushed Investor Attention Toward Physical Gold and Organised Jewellers Just As Dussehra, Diwali and The Wedding Season Arrive. The Rally Was Real, But It Was Narrower, and IYU78ts Cause Less Certain,Than The Headline Suggests.

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20 hours ago

October 28, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Around 17 fund houses temporarily halted fresh subscriptions to gold ETF funds of funds (FoFs) on 15 and 16 October 2026, reportedly on SEBI instructions relayed through AMFI.
On 16 October, jewellery stocks rose by as much as 9% in early trade. The sharpest moves came in smaller names: PC Jeweller, Shanti Gold, Sky Gold and Diamonds, and TBZ. Titan and Kalyan Jewellers moved far less.
No verified evidence shows that money blocked from gold FoFs flowed into jewellery shares. Market commentary treats the curbs as a catalyst for attention, not a proven cause.
Gold prices have since eased, and the sector now trades on festive demand, margins and earnings quality rather than on the curbs alone.

What Happened

Seventeen mutual fund houses temporarily restricted fresh investments in their gold ETF FoFs, with the curbs taking effect on 15 and 16 October. The restrictions cover fresh lump sums, switch-ins, top-ups, and new SIP and STP registrations. ICICI Prudential, HDFC, Tata, Kotak, DSP, Mirae Asset, UTI, HSBC, LIC, Quantum, Zerodha and Groww are among the AMCs that issued notices. Several also curbed bulk subscriptions to gold ETFs themselves, and HDFC and Mirae extended the curbs to their gold-silver passive FoFs.

Three features matter for readers:

The curbs are temporary. Notices say they stay in place until further notice.
Existing holders are untouched. Redemptions continue, and SIP and STP instalments registered before the cut-off dates run as usual.
No reasons were given. The notices did not state a rationale. The context is pressure on India’s external balances and the rupee, a heavy import bill and a festive season in which gold and silver ETF subscriptions surged last year.

Gold ETF net inflows had already jumped to Rs 4,450.61 crore in September, up 71.4% from Rs 2,596.70 crore in August, according to AMFI data. Globally, gold ETFs drew about 67 tonnes (nearly $10 billion) in September, according to the World Gold Council.

The Investment Thesis

The logic circulating in the market runs as follows:

Substitution. With new money barred from FoFs, some investors may turn to coins, bars and jewellery, or to listed jewellers as a proxy for gold demand.
Festive timing. Dussehra, Dhanteras, Diwali and the wedding season are the strongest demand window of the year, and the shifted festive calendar could lift the October–December quarter’s share of annual sales.
Organised-sector share gains. Analysts expect Titan, Kalyan and Senco Gold to keep winning share from the unorganised segment.
Consumer adaptation. Buyers are coping with high prices through lightweight jewellery, smaller tickets and old-gold exchange.
Operating momentum. Recent reported jewellery growth has been strong: Titan’s jewellery business up 21%, Kalyan’s India revenue up 27%, Senco Gold up 31% and PC Jeweller up 28% in consolidated revenue.

What the Evidence Does Not Show

A careful reading of the available coverage suggests caution on the causal story:

No proven money flow. Nothing verifies that capital denied access to gold FoFs went into jewellery shares.
Different routes remain open. The curbs hit specific FoFs and some ETF bulk subscriptions, not every way of owning gold.
Concentrated, not sector-wide. The sharpest moves were in smaller stocks, where low bases and momentum trading amplify headlines.
Values are not volumes. Jewellery sales can rise in rupee terms while customers buy fewer grams of gold.
Imports are not surging. Gold imports fell to $1.8 billion in September from $2.3 billion in August, so a festive import surge is a concern, not a confirmed outcome.

In short, the curbs lit the fuse, but festive demand and company fundamentals are the fuel.

Macro Backdrop

Duty and appeals. Earlier this year the government raised effective gold and silver import duties to 15% from 6%. In May, the Prime Minister urged citizens to defer gold purchases for a year to conserve foreign exchange. Jewellery stocks fell 5.5% to 11% on that appeal, and they also fell on the duty hike while gold ETFs and gold-loan lenders rallied.
Gold prices. 24-carat gold stood at Rs 1,50,980 per 10 grams on 12 October and Rs 1,47,440 on 16 October. By 21 October it had slipped to roughly Rs 1,46,080, about 3.25% below the 12 October level. Buyers are watching whether prices find a floor before Dhanteras.
Six-month stock performance. To mid-October, Kalyan was up over 27%, Thangamayil about 13%, Sky Gold and Diamonds about 139%, Senco Gold flat and Titan down about 2%.

Implications for the Trade

Retailers. Policy now cuts both ways: restrictions on paper gold support physical demand narratives, while duties, appeals and rupee-defence measures can dampen it. Lightweight designs, exchange schemes and gold-metal-loan and hedging discipline remain the practical levers.
Manufacturers and wholesalers. Festive restocking, working-capital cost and hedge cover matter more than headline sentiment.
Investors. Analysts caution against treating the curbs as a standalone reason to buy. Margins, same-store growth and sustainable earnings should drive the decision.

What to Watch

Any relaxation or extension of the FoF subscription curbs, and whether other gold-linked products see similar action.
Domestic gold price direction through Dhanteras and Diwali.
Festive-quarter commentary and results from Titan, Kalyan, Senco and PC Jeweller.
Gold import data for October and the state of the rupee.
Further policy signals on duties or gold-buying appeals.

Bottom Line

The FoF curbs gave jewellery stocks a timely narrative, and small-cap names ran hardest on it. But the durable case for organised jewellers rests on festive and wedding demand, share gains from the unorganised sector and clean earnings. The curbs are a headline; the festive footfall is the test.