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Unilever CEO Resigns, CFO Set to Lead Growth Plan

2/25/2025

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Unilever's CEO Hein Schumacher will resign on May 31, 2025, to facilitate quicker leadership changes.
CFO Fernando Fernandez will take over as CEO on March 1, 2025.
The company plans to expedite its Growth Action Plan under Fernandez's guidance.
Following the announcement, Unilever's shares dropped by 1.9%.
Schumacher is labeled a "good leaver" and will receive financial support until his exit.

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Story summary

Unilever's CEO Hein Schumacher will resign on May 31, 2025, to facilitate quicker leadership changes.
CFO Fernando Fernandez will take over as CEO on March 1, 2025.
The company plans to expedite its Growth Action Plan under Fernandez's guidance.
Following the announcement, Unilever's shares dropped by 1.9%.
Schumacher is labeled a "good leaver" and will receive financial support until his exit.