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Aukera raises ₹90 crore debt funding to expand lab-grown diamond jewellery business
In a significant move, lab-grown diamond brand Aukera raised ₹90 crore in debt financing, spearheaded by Alteria Capital. This influx of capital is earmarked for enhancing retail presence and advancing product innovation. Aukera's strategy includes opening additional outlets in both familiar and new cities, as the company targets the upscale segment of the booming market, ensuring a robust balance sheet for upcoming industry shifts.
Senco Gold Ltd opens 8 new stores in Q1, targets 12-15 additional outlets this fiscal year
Senco Gold has significantly expanded its retail presence, adding eight new showrooms in the first quarter of FY27, bringing its total to 208 outlets. The company reported a robust 60% year-on-year revenue growth, driven by strong festive demand and a 38% rise in same-store sales. Despite challenges like higher gold prices and increased customs duty, Senco's diamond jewellery segment showed impressive growth, with plans to further expand through franchising.
Coloured gemstones prices rise 20% as demand surges; gold, silver prices decline
Coloured gemstone jewellery is seeing a surge in popularity, with prices rising 20% year-on-year as affluent consumers favour these vibrant pieces over traditional gold and diamond items. This trend, driven by global influences and celebrity endorsements, has boosted demand by 30%, prompting jewellers to expand their inventories for the upcoming festive and wedding seasons.