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PGI appoints Vaishali Banerjee as Head – Global Market Development; Pallavi Sharma named Dy Country Manager – India & ME
Platinum Guild International (PGI) expanded its leadership team, appointing Vaishali Banerjee as Head of Global Market Development. She will also retain her current role as Managing Director – India & Middle East, two key regions for the metal’s growth.

“This is a transformative time for platinum,” said Vaishali Banerjee. “We are witnessing a shift in global sentiment towards meaningful consumption. Platinum — with its rarity, preciousness, and enduring value — is perfectly poised to accompany this moment. I look forward to further strengthening our presence in India and the UAE while building momentum across key and emerging global markets.”
Further reinforcing its leadership bench, PGI has elevated Pallavi Sharma to Deputy Country Manager – India & Middle East. With these regions remaining strategic priorities, the move highlights PGI’s continued focus on driving platinum’s growth through direct market engagement, strategic partnerships, and targeted development initiatives.
“I’m excited to take on this new role at such a dynamic juncture,” said Pallavi Sharma. “Platinum’s narrative is evolving rapidly, and our focus will be on deepening consumer connections and expanding retail partnerships to ensure sustainable category growth across India and the UAE.”

These leadership changes come as platinum gains renewed attention for its price advantage and intrinsic value, positioning it for a promising new growth phase globally.
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P N Gadgil Jewellers Reports 127% Surge in PAT for Q2 FY26; Strong Growth Across Retail, E-commerce, and Franchise Segments
P N Gadgil Jewellers Limited, one of India’s oldest and most trusted jewellery houses with a 193-year legacy, has announced its unaudited consolidated financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2 FY26), showcasing exceptional performance across key parameters.
The company reported an EBITDA of Rs.1,429.4 million, marking a 117% year-on-year (YoY) increase, and a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs.793.1 million, reflecting a 127% YoY growth. Revenue from operations rose to Rs.21,776.2 million, up 8.8% YoY and 27% sequentially (QoQ). EBITDA margin expanded by 327 basis points to 6.6%, while PAT margin improved to 3.6%.
For H1 FY26, total revenue stood at Rs.38,921.8 million, growing 6.1% YoY, with an average revenue per store of Rs.617.81 million and net profit per store of Rs.23.69 million, underscoring strong operational efficiency.
Segmental Highlights
- Retail: Contributed 72.2% of total sales, achieving 28.9% revenue growth, with EBITDA margin at 9.1% and PAT margin at 5.1%.
- E-commerce: Delivered a stellar 113.2% YoY growth, with revenue rising to ₹1,435.1 million.
- Franchise: Registered a 104.7% increase, with revenue reaching Rs.3,408.9 million in Q2 FY26.
- Same-Store Sales Growth (SSSG): Improved by 29% over the previous quarter.
Operational Highlights
- Transaction Volume & Spend: Transaction count grew 18%, while the Average Transaction Value (ATV) increased to Rs.90,000.
- Customer Engagement: Footfall rose 20% with a robust 93% conversion rate, signalling strong consumer sentiment.
- Festive Momentum: Achieved record Navratri sales of ₹4,281 million, up 66% YoY.
- Category Performance: Gold sales rose 24% in value and 15% in volume, Silver surged 92% in value and 59% in volume, while Diamonds recorded a 31% volume rise, lifting the stud ratio to 9%.
Excluding refinery operations, total revenue grew by 31.4% YoY in Q2 FY26 and 30.9% YoY in H1 FY26, highlighting robust growth across all core business segments.
P N Gadgil Jewellers’ strong performance reflects its strategic focus on customer experience, digital growth, and retail expansion, reaffirming its leadership position in India’s jewellery industry.

Commenting on the performance, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman & Managing Director, P N Gadgil Jewellers Limited, said, “Our revenue stood at 38,921.8 million, EBITDA at 2,659.8 (up 101.3% YoY), and PAT at ₹1,486.5 million (up 111.6% YoY) in H1 FY26, supported by healthy growth across all segments, led primarily by the Retail business. Our signature events, Mangalsutra Mahotsav and Paijan Mahotsav, received an exceptional customer response, while record-breaking Navratri sales of Rs.4,281 million provided a strong close to the quarter’s performance.
During the quarter, we also launched a flagship store in Dadar, Mumbai, further strengthening our presence in Maharashtra, and expanded beyond our home state, entering new markets in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. With Dussehra, Diwali, and the upcoming wedding season in the subsequent quarter, we remain optimistic about sustaining this growth momentum.”
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