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Kalyan Jewellers India Ltd recorded PAT of Rs 219 crore in Q3 FY25
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Kalyan Jewellers India Limited recorded consolidated revenue of Rs 7287 crore in Q3 FY25 as against Rs 5223 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year, a growth of 40%. Consolidated PAT for Q3 FY25 was Rs 219 crore as against a PAT of Rs 180 crore for the corresponding period in the previous year. Consolidated PAT growth would be 44% adjusting for the loss due to reduction in customs duty (announced during Union Budget in July 2024).
The standalone revenue for the company (India) in Q3 FY25, was Rs 6393 crore, as against Rs 4512 crore in Q3 of the previous financial year, a growth of 42%. The India operations recorded PAT of Rs 218 crore for the quarter compared to a PAT of Rs 168 crore for the corresponding period in the previous year. Adjusting for the customs duty loss the PAT growth would be 54%.
Total revenue from the Middle East operations during Q3 FY25 was Rs 840 crore as against Rs 683 crore in Q3 FY24, a growth of over 23%. The Middle East operations recorded PAT of Rs 15 crore for the quarter compared to a PAT of Rs 14 crore for the corresponding period in the previous year. The PBT grew by 23% over the corresponding quarter of the previous year. However, the PAT growth for Q3FY25 was impacted due to the introduction of new corporate tax in the UAE.
The e-commerce division, Candere, recorded a revenue of Rs 55 crore in Q3 FY25 versus Rs 29 crore in Q3 FY24. The company recorded a loss of Rs 6.9 crore in Q3 FY25 versus a loss of Rs 1.6 Cr during Q3 FY24.
Ramesh Kalyanaraman, Executive Director, Kalyan Jewellers India Limited said, “We are extremely excited with the way the current year has progressed. The current quarter has started off well despite the volatility in gold prices. We are upbeat about the ongoing wedding season and expect to end the financial year on a strong note. We are on track for the launch of 30 Kalyan showrooms and 15 Candere showrooms in India during the current quarter.”
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Zaveri Bazaar Cluster Development Proposal Addresses Parking, Traffic Mobility, Safety, and Security For Citizens and Traders
Proposal Presented To Ravindra Chavan, The BJP’s Maharashtra President
A group of industry leaders met with Ravindra Chavan, the BJP’s Maharashtra president, to press for infrastructure and policy support aimed at revitalizing Mumbai’s Zaveri Bazaar. A comprehensive Cluster Development Proposal for Zaveri Bazaar was presented by Dhiraj Rajmal Baldia, Founder, Jain Bullion Gem & Jewellery Federation (JBGJF). Kanayaa Kakkad, Jt Treasurer-IBJA, presented the key focus areas, including improving parking infrastructure and enhancing traffic mobility to ensure greater safety and security for citizens and traders in the region.
The delegation—comprising senior representatives from 12 leading trade associations—presented a cluster development proposal for Zaveri Bazaar, one of India’s most prominent gold trading districts. Dhiraj Rajmal Baldia outlined the plan, which calls for upgrades to parking facilities, tighter traffic management, and enhanced security measures for traders and visitors.
Industry executives used the meeting to flag ongoing challenges, including market volatility, while emphasizing opportunities for growth. They said targeted policy intervention could help stabilize the sector and sustain momentum. Saiyam Mehra presented the GJCs’ position, while Surendra Mehta detailed concerns raised by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association, along with recommendations for reform.
Chavan signaled support for the initiative and urged the industry to submit detailed project reports to accelerate execution, according to people familiar with the discussions.
Present at the meeting were Saiyam Mehra, IPC, GJC, Vijay Agrawal, National Governing Board Director, IBJA & Director, World Silver Council; Kanayaa Kakkad, Jt Treasurer-IBJA;Surendra Mehta, National Secretary, IBJA; and the Directors of GJC – Madan Kothari, Sahil Mehra, Nilesh Shobhawat. Dhiraj Rajmal Baldia, Founder, Jain Bullion Gem & Jewellery Federation (JBGJF); Mahesh Bafna, President; Anil Pamecha, Director of MWGJA; Bharat Kothari, Director; and Anil Jain, Secretary from Shri Mumbadevi Dagina Bazaar Association; Rahul Desai, CEO & MD, IIG; Hausila Prasad Gupta, Dhanji Street Trade Association; Kishan Dagalia, Founder President; Sundarlal Sankhla, President; Rakesh Agarwal, VP; and Rajeev Agarwal, Secretary of Shri Sarafa Welfare Association, Mumbai.
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