Dhanteras shopping spree may cross Rs 1 lakh crore: What are buyers purchasing this festive season

This year's Dhanteras shopping spree is anticipated to surpass Rs 1 lakh crore across the country.

Gold and silver purchases alone may reach over Rs 60,000 crore, with consumers favoring lightweight jewellery and silver coins.

Additionally, there's a noticeable surge in demand for traditional auspicious items.

Later today, the All India Jewellers and Goldsmith Federation will evaluate the sales performance and provide insights into the market trends.

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Source attribution: Times of India – Business.

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