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Priority Jewels files DRHP with SEBI; IPO consists entirely of a fresh issue of 54 lakh

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On April 30, 2025, Priority Jewels submitted its DRHP to the market regulator SEBI, intending to raise funds through an Initial Public Offering (IPO).

Priority Jewels Limited, a Mumbai-based gold and diamond jewellery company, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of up to 54,00,000 equity shares of face value ₹10 each.

The proceeds from the IPO will be used to fund working capital requirements, invest in technology upgradation, and expand manufacturing facilities. The company also proposed to utilise Rs. 75 crore of the net proceeds to repay part of its debt, which stands at a total of Rs. 147.1 crore.

According to the DRHP, the company reported a profit after tax of Rs. 7.14 crore on revenue of Rs.410.5 crore in FY24. The same year, the company reported domestic sales of Rs. 236.7 crore and export sales of Rs. 173.7 crore. The IPO consists entirely of a fresh issue of 54 lakh shares with no offer-for-sale component.

The proceeds raised from the fresh issue, out of which ₹75 crore will be utilized for the payment and repayment of the existing debt, while the remaining funds will be used for the company’s general corporate usage.

The retail quota is 35%, QIB is 50%, and HNI is 15% as per DRHP. The IPO to list on NSE and BSE.

Priority Jewels was founded in 2007 and is involved in the designing, manufacturing, and selling of a comprehensive range of lightweight, affordable, and diamond-studded gold and platinum fine jewellery. The company is engaged in supplying gold and platinum jewellery directly to independent jewellers and jewellery chains in India, such as CaratLane Trading, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri, and Senco Gold.

Priority Jewels was originally incorporated in 2007 as a private limited company and recently converted into a public company in February 2025. The promoters include Shailesh Sangani, Manisha Sangani, Tushar Mehta, Aditi Karan Motla, Aashna Sangani Parikh, and Priority Retail Ventures Pvt. Ltd.

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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

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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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