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In January 2024, Thailand's gem and jewelry exports surged to USD 1,166.08 million, marking an impressive 59.09% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. These exports ranked as the country's third most significant export category, contributing 5.15% 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 696.96 million, reflecting a notable year-on-year increase of 21.53%.

In 2023, Thailand experienced a 2.83% decrease in gem and jewelry exports, totaling USD 14,636.88 million. Despite ranking as the country’s third most important export category, following automobile and computer respectively, with a share of 5.14% of Thailand’s total gross exports, the actual export value, excluding unwrought gold, showed resilience with an 8.40% year-on-year increase, reaching USD 8,658.11 million. This performance highlights the sector’s adaptability and sustained strength in the face of overall export challenges.

Thailand’s gem and jewelry export value from January to November 2023 amounted to USD 13,664.59 million, a 5.73% decrease compared to the same period of last year. The products ranked as the country’s third most important exports with a 5.22% 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 8,101.45 million, a 8.51% rise year-on-year.

Thailand’s gem and jewelry export value from January to October 2023 amounted to USD 12,705.21 million, a 6.76% decrease compared to the same period of last year. The products ranked as the country’s third most important exports with a 5.37% 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 7,391.86 million, a 9.05% rise year-on-year.