From The Hindu
Center-Left Owned by Kasturi & Sons Ltd.India's gold demand down 29% in July-September at 162.5 tonnes: World Gold Council
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Jewellers anticipate that a fall in gold prices will boost sales of Dhantera jewellery, with coins and bars expected to lead the market as investors and gift‑givers show interest, according to stakeholders. The decline in gold prices comes as the Indian wedding season starts, offering buyers a chance to purchase jewellery. As of October 21, 24‑karat gold was priced at Rs 1,46,270 per 10 grams and 22‑karat gold at Rs 1,34,081 for the same weight, according to a bullion website.
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Total jewellery demand in India dipped by 20% to 99.9 tonnes as compared to 125 tonnes in the same quarter of 2025, while in value terms it was up 16% at ₹1,48,700 crores
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India's organised gold jewellery retailers are expected to see a slower decline in sales volumes this fiscal, with revenue projected to grow 21-23 per cent despite elevated gold prices, while their credit profiles are likely to remain resilient on the back of healthy cash flows and controlled…
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Gold prices surged over 2% on Wednesday, with a weaker US dollar and lower Treasury yields supporting the rally after Democrats made gains in the US midterm elections. In India, 24-karat gold rose 2.26% to ₹14,280 per gram.
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Total jewellery demand in India dipped by 20% to 99.9 tonnes as compared to 125 tonnes in the same quarter of 2025, while in value terms it was up 16% at ₹1,48,700 crores
