BT Group's CEO Leaving In Next 12 Months, Successor To Be Disclosed This Summer
Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta
BT Group PLC's CEO, Philip Jansen, has announced his intention to step down within the next 12 months. The Board has begun the search for a new CEO, with an update expected this summer. This follows BT Group's announcement in May of plans to cut its global workforce from 130k to between 75k-90k over FY28-FY30. BTGOF shares closed higher by 2.30% at $1.555 on Friday.
July 10, 2023 | 1:31 pm
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BT Group's CEO departure and workforce reduction could lead to uncertainty and potential volatility in the short term. However, the stock closed higher by 2.30% at $1.555 on Friday.
CEO changes often lead to uncertainty as investors anticipate potential shifts in company strategy. Additionally, the announced workforce reduction could impact operational efficiency in the short term. However, the stock's recent positive performance suggests that the market may have already factored in these changes.
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