PC Jeweller repays over 99% of bank debt, targets debt-free status this month

The jewellery retailer has fully settled dues with 13 of its 14 consortium banks and says less than 1% of its outstanding bank debt remains. Q1 consolidated profit rose 37.2% year on year to ₹222 crore, while revenue grew 21% to ₹877.04 crore.

— Source publishedThu, 24 Sept, 2026, 09:36 IST·First seen Thu, 24 Sept, 2026, 10:31 IST·Source Business Today · Latest

What happened

Indian jewellery retailer PC Jeweller has repaid over 99% of its bank debt, fully settling dues with 13 of 14 consortium lenders ahead of schedule. It targets

Key facts

  • More than 99% of total outstanding bank debt repaid
  • 13 of 14 consortium banks fully repaid
  • Less than 1% debt remains
  • Market capitalization: ₹14,221.98 crore
  • NSE share price at 9:28 am: ₹14.52, up 0.35% (₹0.05)

What changed

Indian jewellery retailer PC Jeweller has repaid over 99% of its bank debt, fully settling dues with 13 of 14 consortium lenders ahead of schedule. It targets debt-free status this month, supported by Q1 profit, revenue and EBITDA growth.

Why this matters

PC Jeweller’s near-complete bank debt repayment and double-digit Q1 growth signal improving financial flexibility to support inventory, store operations and customer confidence.

What to watch

  • Confirmation that the remaining bank debt has been fully repaid within the stated month.
  • No-dues certificates and changes in credit ratings, banking relationships, or working-capital limits.
  • Quarterly operating cash flow versus reported profit and movement in inventory, receivables, and payables.
  • Gross-margin and EBITDA-margin sustainability as gold-price volatility affects demand and inventory values.
  • Any disclosure of contingent liabilities, legal settlements, promoter-related transactions, or residual creditor claims.