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India gold jewellery demand dropped by 23% , total investment demand rose by 6% : WGC Q4 2025 Report
According to a World Gold Council (WGC) report released on January 30, 2026, India’s Q4 2025 gold demand showed a stark contrast between sectors: record prices caused jewellery demand to drop by 23% to 145.3 tonnes, while total investment demand rose 26% to 96.0 tonnes, indicating a shift towards gold as a hedge against volatility.
Key Highlights from the WGC Report (Q4 2025 & Outlook):
- Jewellery Demand Decline: Despite the wedding season, high prices and reduced affordability led to a 23% drop in jewellery demand to 145.3 tonnes in Q4.
- Investment Surge: Investment demand (bars/coins) grew strongly, with total investment in Q4 rising 26% year-on-year to 96.0 tonnes, and its value rising 108% to ₹120,700 crores.
- Full-Year 2025 Impact: Overall gold demand in India fell 11% to 710.9 tonnes in 2025.
- Outlook for 2026: The WGC projects India’s total gold demand for 2026 to be in the range of 600-700 tonnes, as high prices continue to affect consumer buying behavior, despite strong investor interest in ETFs and digital gold.
- Import and Recycling: Gold imports in Q4 2025 fell 5% to 215.1 tonnes, and recycling decreased by 27% to 21.7 tonnes, indicating consumers were holding onto existing gold rather than selling.
The shift highlights a, where record high prices, which saw a 76.5% surge in 2025, have reduced consumer buying of jewelry while encouraging investment.
source : WGC
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Kantilal Jewellers, Launches Flagship Showroom At Vastrapur, Ahmedabad
Marking Its First Expansion Outside Surat, The Massive Three-Story Space Is The Brand’s Largest Retail Destination To Date.
Surat-based Kantilal Jewellers, a legacy brand established in 1948, has expanded beyond its home base with the launch of a 28,000 sq. ft. flagship showroom at Keshavbaug Capital, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad.
Marking its first expansion outside Surat, the massive three-story space is the brand’s largest retail destination to date.
Palatial Architectural Concept: The store design takes inspiration from Jodhpur Palace, featuring Jharokha-style screens, marble passageways, domed skylights, chandelier lounges, and a central atrium linking all three levels.
Experiential Studio Retail: Departing from traditional counters, the showroom offers private studio spaces, VIP viewing areas, and dedicated experience centers.
Ambient Luxury: The shopping experience is elevated by live sitar and guitar performances alongside personalized consultation lounges.
Product Offering: The flagship showcases the brand’s signature gold, diamond, and bridal collections tailored for the Ahmedabad market.
Led by Director Jinay Choksi, this flagship rollout is a strategic move to establish a distinct, experiential luxury footprint across major Gujarat markets while preserving the heritage of the Kantilal brand.
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