India's gem and jewellery exports jump 26.5% in June on stronger global demand

Wed July 22 2026

India’s gem and jewellery exports staged a strong recovery in June 2026, with gross exports rising 26.5 per cent year-on-year to USD 2.21 billion, supported by robust demand from key international markets and a decline in global gold prices, according to the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).

The export body said the rebound was led by strong overseas demand for gold jewellery, cut and polished diamonds, platinum jewellery and lab-grown diamonds, signalling improved momentum for the sector after a relatively stable first quarter.

Commenting on the performance, GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali said the June recovery reflects the resilience of India’s gem and jewellery industry despite an evolving global trade environment.

He noted that while overall exports during the April-June quarter remained broadly stable, the sharp improvement in June is an encouraging indicator. Continued demand from major export markets, efforts to diversify destinations and recently concluded trade agreements, including the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), are expected to support export growth in the coming months.

Source: https://www.firstpost.com