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Surging bullion costs cause sharp twenty-two percent drop in domestic ornament sales
Originally reported by Multibagg AI as: India’s gold jewellery demand fell 22% in 2025 as prices surged
26 Oct 2026, 3:10 pm IST · Xecute.finance News Desk
The crisp read
Domestic consumption of precious metal ornaments dropped significantly over the past year. High market prices deterred retail buyers, dampening overall trade volumes across the country.
Why it matters: Vital for investors tracking retail consumption trends and precious metal imports in the domestic economy.
Deep dive - the full story
Domestic demand for precious metal ornaments contracted by twenty-two percent over the course of 2025. This steep decline followed a significant surge in bullion market prices, which created strong resistance among retail buyers.
The contraction in ornament sales reflects broader consumer adjustments to high retail values. Jewelers faced constrained volumes as buyers cut back on discretionary purchases during periods of elevated pricing.
Industry participants must watch upcoming retail sales data and price movements to gauge consumer recovery in the precious metals sector.
Source: news.google.com
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