Thailand Gem and Jewelry Import-Export Performance January - April 2026
Thailand’s gem and jewelry export value from January to April 2026 amounted to USD 13,389.46 million, a 29.36% increase compared to the same period of last year. The products ranked as the country’s second most important exports with a 10.48% share of Thailand’s total gross exports. Nevertheless, when deducting unwrought gold from the total export value, the actual export value of gem and jewelry was USD 6,511.18 million, a 12.46% increase year-on-year.
Costume Jewelry Market Future Trends
Amidst global economic uncertainties and continual surge in gold and silver prices, costume jewelry has become a noted alternative for consumers who want affordable aesthetic. Online trade growth, jewelry style changes according to dynamic fashion trends, and exceptional marketing strategies have contributed to the market’s constant growth. Meanwhile, modern consumers increasingly focus on diversity, worthiness, and self-expression. These trends reflect that costume jewelry industry is going through a significant transition offering new opportunities for manufacturers and consumers in the future.
From Gold to Platinum and Silver: The Global Jewelry Industry’s Strategic Shift
In 2025, gold prices rose sharply, reaching historic highs amid concerns over a potential global economic slowdown and heightened macroeconomic uncertainty. This rapid appreciation has created significant cost pressures across the global jewelry industry. Major retailers such as Pandora and Signet have signaled potential retail price adjustments or the adoption of alternative production strategies, including reduced gold karat and increased use of substitute precious metals, to mitigate the impact of rising gold costs.
Thailand Gem and Jewelry Import-Export Performance January - March 2026
Thailand’s gem and jewelry export value from January to March 2026 amounted to USD 11,243.86 million, a 30.38% increase compared to the same period of last year. The products ranked as the country’s second most important exports with a 11.69% share of Thailand’s total gross exports. Nevertheless, when deducting unwrought gold from the total export value, the actual export value of gem and jewelry was USD 5,582.46 million, a 10.01% decrease year-on-year.
Thailand Gem and Jewelry Import-Export Performance January - February 2026
Thailand’s gem and jewelry export value of January-February 2026 increased 18.92 percent from the value of USD 6,133.53 million last year to USD 7,293.97 million. The products are listed as Thailand’s first most important exports with a 11.95 percent share of the country’s gross exports. However, excluding unwrought gold, the actual export value of gem and jewelry products was USD 3,432.16 million, a 14.88 percent decrease from the same period of last year.
Thailand Gem and Jewelry Import-Export Performance January 2026
In January 2025, Thailand's gem and jewelry exports surged to USD 4,566.20 million, marking an impressive 57.34% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. These exports ranked as the country's first most significant export category, contributing 14.46% to Thailand's total gross exports. However, after deducting the value of unwrought gold from the total export figure, the true export value of gem and jewelry stood at USD 1,808.12 million, reflecting a notable year-on-year increase of 4.26%.
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