India's gems & jewellery exports slip 9.07% in April to $2.23 billion

Industry body GJEPC reports April exports at $2,226.45 million versus $2,448.53 million a year ago, extending weakness in a category sensitive to global demand and bullion price swings.

— Source publishedSun, 17 May, 2026, 15:52 IST·First seen Sun, 17 May, 2026, 16:39 IST·Source NDTV Profit

What happened

GJEPC · India's gems and jewellery exports fell 9.07% year-on-year in April to $2,226.45 million, down from $2,448.53 million a year earlier, according to

Key facts

  • $2,226.45 million
  • 9.07%
  • $2,448.53 million

Why this matters

Sustained export contraction may pressure smaller exporters' valuations, opening a window to scout distressed acquisition targets or strategic partnerships in the gems & jewellery space.