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Senco is gearing up for significant growth; plans to open 20 new stores this year

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Senco Gold & Diamonds, one of India’s leading jewelry retailers, is gearing up for significant growth in the fiscal year 2025. The company has announced plans to open 20 new stores this year, aiming for a 20% increase in its topline revenue. This expansion is part of its broader strategy to maintain consistent annual growth while catering to rising consumer demand.These details were provided by Suvankar Sen, MD and CEO of Senco Gold & Diamonds, during an interview with CNBC TV18.

The company experienced a challenging start to FY25, with weak demand for diamond jewelry during the first three quarters due to high gold prices. However, the fourth quarter saw a revival, with increased sales of 14-carat and 18-carat diamond jewelry. Senco Gold also noted that silver sales outpaced both gold and diamonds in volume and value, as consumers increasingly view silver as an investment and gifting option.

Senco Gold has embraced innovation by launching dedicated lab-grown diamond jewelry stores under its sub-brand “Sennes.” According to Suvankar Sen, Managing Director and CEO of the company, lab-grown diamonds are gradually carving out their own market. The company expects these products to gain traction within the next two years, especially in the small-ticket segment catering to everyday wear.

The reduction in gold import duties by 9% provided temporary relief to customers but affected Senco’s profitability in Q2 and Q3. Despite this, the company expects profit margins to stabilize by the end of FY25.

In addition to domestic growth, Senco Gold has ventured into international markets by opening a store in Dubai. This move aligns with its strategy to cater not only to Indian expatriates but also to global consumers who appreciate handcrafted Indian jewelry. The company is also diversifying its product portfolio under the Sennes brand by introducing luxury lifestyle products such as leather bags.

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Suvankar Sen remains optimistic about the future, citing strong demand during wedding seasons and evolving consumer preferences for lightweight, versatile jewelry. The company is also focusing on digital services like virtual try-ons and personalized designs to appeal to younger, tech-savvy customers.

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IAGES Brings Together Accredited Gold Industry Stakeholders At Trust Circle 2026

Trust Circle 2026 Connects Gold Industry Stakeholders To Strengthen Trust, Transparency and Responsible Practices

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The Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) hosted its Trust Circle 2026 event at The Oberoi, New Delhi, bringing Accredited Partners and stakeholders from across the gold value chain together for an evening centred on trust, transparency and responsible practices in the sector.

The event drew representatives from diverse segments of the gold ecosystem, including refining, bullion trading, manufacturing, assaying and hallmarking, retail and digital investment gold – reflecting the breadth of IAGES’s growing Accredited Partner network.

Cedrick Charles Crowley, Deputy High Commissioner of South Africa to India, attended as Chief Guest alongside Sachin Jain – Regional CEO India, World Gold Council and Kaushlendra Sinha – CEO, IAGES, lending an international perspective to the evening. Conversations through the evening centred on peer-to-peer dialogue, the evolving needs of the gold sector, and the role of consistent standards in strengthening the ecosystem – with stakeholders exchanging perspectives on what responsible practice looks like across different parts of the value chain.

Kaushlendra Sinha – CEO, IAGES said:

“Trust across the gold value chain is strengthened when stakeholders come together, share experiences and work towards a common understanding of excellence and responsible practices. Trust Circle was created to facilitate precisely this kind of industry engagement. The participation of our Accredited Partners reflects the value of coming together as an ecosystem, and we look forward to building on these conversations as the IAGES network continues to expand.”

As the Indian gold industry evolves, platforms that connect different segments of the value chain help encourage greater exchange of knowledge and best practices, and Trust Circle gave Accredited Partners the opportunity to build stronger professional connections within the network.

The evening concluded with cocktails and dinner, giving Accredited Partners and invited guests further opportunity to network.

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