New Delhi, Feb. 26 -- Women may begin incorporating a mix of natural diamonds and lab-grown diamonds (LGD) into their jewellery collections, leading to a gradual increase in the adoption of LGD-studded jewelry, according to Kotak Institutional Equities report.

This shift is expected to be influenced by factors such as education levels, disposable income, and evolving fashion preferences.

With LGDs available at significantly lower prices than natural diamonds, the jewelry industry is poised for change in the coming years. The affordability of LGDs may reshape purchasing patterns, offering consumers more choices while altering the dynamics of the traditional diamond market.

Meanwhile, gold's role as a store of value remains strong, but i...