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Large diamonds in demand at IIJS PREMIER 2023
Demand for larger diamonds – 3.0-cts and above – is strong, say traders at the IIJS Premiere 2023
Ovals, emeralds, pears, marquise and other fancy shapes are also popular. Fancy prices have held up better than rounds – down 25 per cent drop since February, compared to 30 or 35 per cent for rounds.
Organizers of the event, the biggest industry show after JCK, are expecting $5.9bn of trade by the time the six-day event closes on 8 August
“There is a notable demand for large stones, which are carat plus diamonds, and small diamonds below 50 points,” Akshay Shah, director of sales, Solitaires at Dharmanandan Diamonds,
Buyers reported positive sentiment ahead of Diwali, in November and the wedding season from November to February.
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MCA raises “small company” thresholds – up to ₹10 cr capital & ₹100 cr turnover from 1st December 2025, major relief for jewellery trade
In a landmark decision that will significantly ease compliance for thousands of jewellery businesses across India, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has revised the definition of “Small Company” under the Companies Act, 2013, effective 1st December 2025.GJC published and sent out this important update to the jewellery trade.
New Eligibility Criteria (both conditions to be satisfied):
- Paid-up Share Capital : ≤ Rs.10 Crore (earlier Rs.4 Crore)
- Annual Turnover : ≤ Rs.100 Crore (earlier Rs.40 Crore) (as per the latest audited financial statements)
Any company exceeding even one of the above limits will cease to be a Small Company.
Key Benefits for Jewellers (Private Limited & Family-Owned Firms):
- Only 2 Board Meetings required in a year
- Exemption from mandatory Internal Audit in most cases
- Substantially lower penalties for defaults
- Simplified Annual Return via Form MGT-7A
- No need to prepare Cash Flow Statement in financials
- Exemption from mandatory Auditor Rotation – continue with existing trusted auditors
- Reduced overall compliance cost and administrative burden
GJC advised jewellery firms to immediately review their Paid-up Capital and Turnover for FY 2024-25 to confirm eligibility and start availing the relaxations from the current financial year itself.
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