India International Bullion Exchange CEO Ashok Kumar Gautam Resigns Amid Growth Challenges
Ashok Kumar Gautam, CEO of India International Bullion Exchange IFSC Ltd., has resigned citing personal reasons, with his notice period ending in November. Since its 2022 launch, the exchange has struggled to scale, crossing only 100 tonnes in cumulative gold trading compared to India's annual 700 tonnes imports. Operational delays, tax uncertainties, and limited market participation have hindered growth, though trading activity briefly improved in April following regulatory changes. Gautam's departure raises questions about the platform's future amid ongoing efforts to expand its role in India's bullion market.
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businessstandard broke this story on 7 Aug, 06:29 am. Other outlets followed.