India’s Gem and Jewellery Exports Rebound in June
GJEPC data shows a strong year-on-year export recovery for June 2026, including growth in cut and polished diamonds. See the source for the category breakdown.
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Trade press coverage of GJEPC’s June 2026 export statistics covers polished diamonds, gold jewellery, and the quarter’s cumulative picture. The data provides useful context for anyone selling into or buying from the Indian manufacturing hub.
Industry Impact
A strong export month from Surat and Mumbai matters most for what it may signal about factory utilization. When Indian manufacturers ship more polished diamonds, they often return to the rough market to restock, and that demand can reach Antwerp, Dubai, and Tel Aviv within weeks. D-Loupe’s view is that dealers holding the small and medium polished categories India manufactures at scale should watch replacement demand, not only the headline growth rate. The other side of the equation is that renewed Indian buying tends to firm rough prices at tenders first, so sourcing costs can move before polished price lists adjust.
Next Steps
- Compare your June-July polished turnover with the Indian export trend to spot divergence.
- Check tender prices for the rough categories feeding Indian factories before restocking.
- Reassess UAE and Hong Kong routing given their weight as destinations.
- Prepare inventory for the IIJS Premiere window in early August.
- Monitor July data to confirm this is a trend, not a one-month bounce.