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E-commerce gold rush: Indians embrace digital jewellery buying; market projected to hit $146 billion by 2030

Jewellery shopping in India is increasingly moving online, with consumers embracing digital platforms for gold, diamond, and lab-grown diamond purchases. Once dominated by neighbourhood jewellers and in-person sales, the market is seeing growing trust in hallmark certifications, brand assurances, and seamless services, making online purchases more acceptable.According to a FICCI-Deloitte report, 73 per cent of…

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Gold rush: Geopolitical tensions drive yellow metal gains, safe-haven flows fuel rally; what’s next for investors?

Gold’s rally this year has reignited investor interest ahead of Diwali, with the yellow metal emerging as one of 2025’s strongest-performing assets. Global uncertainties, dovish central banks, and safe-haven demand have kept prices elevated.“Gold has witnessed a parabolic rally since August 2025, soaring from Rs 98,500 per 10 grams to a fresh all-time high of…

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India exports outlook: Piyush Goyal optimistic despite US tariffs; resilient growth expected in 2025-26

File photo: Union minister Piyush Goyal (Picture credit: PTI) Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday expressed confidence that India’s exports will maintain a positive growth trajectory in 2025-26 despite global uncertainties, including US-imposed tariffs.Addressing reporters, Goyal said that during the first six months of the current fiscal (April–September 2025-26), India’s goods and…

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Dhanteras 2025: Plan your finances this festive season wisely – smart investment ideas beyond gold and silver

On the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras today, many Indians will turn to buying gold and silver, following a tradition deeply tied to prosperity. But this year, financial planners suggest using the festive spirit to explore smarter investment avenues that can grow your wealth and save taxes — beyond just ornaments and coins. 1. Think modern,…

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Gold, electronics & more on Dhanteras: Sales might surpass Rs 1 lakh crore! Here’s what people are buying this year

This Dhanteras, trade across the country is expected to cross Rs 1 lakh crore, with gold and silver alone accounting for more than Rs 60,000 crore, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT).The trade body highlighted that while every Indian festival is special, Dhanteras has a particularly auspicious significance. Traditionally, on this day,…

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Buying gold this festive season: Unsure about your gold jewellery’s purity? Here’s how to check

As the festive season begins, many shoppers are flocking to buy gold jewellery. Dhanteras, which falls days before Diwali, is considered an auspicious occasion to buy precious metals like gold and silver.People usually invest in physical gold like jewellery, coins, or bars. However, as prices have risen more than 50% in the past year, according…

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