The overall gems and jewellery exports rose by 6.55 per cent in September to USD 2,914.29 million (Rs 25,737.50 crore) despite global headwinds as festive and wedding season demand gains momentum, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) said on Tuesday.

Gem and jewellery exports stood at USD 2,735.26 million (Rs 22,925.81 crore) in September 2024, GJEPC said in a statement.

In the first half of 2025-26, the overall gem and jewellery exports witnessed a growth of 3.66 per cent at USD 14.09 billion compared to USD 13.60 billion in the same period of the previous fiscal.

Key markets

“The first half of this financial year reflects encouraging signs of recovery for the industry. Demand for gem and jewellery products has strengthened across key markets such as the UAE, Hon

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