Metro AG Appoints CFO As New Chief Executive
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Due to "different views on the future direction", the Metro Finance Director is now taking over the management of the company. The Supervisory Board regrets the step very much, writes the Board.
The manager gives up his position because of "different views" about the future of the company. Chief Financial Officer Eric Riegger takes over.
Metro AG Appoints CFO As New Chief Executive
Metro AG has appointed chief financial officer Eric Riegger as its new chief executive, replacing Steffen Greubel, who is stepping down following differences over the future direction of the wholesale group. Riegger will take over as CEO on 1st October (more…)
The Supervisory Board of Metro AG has appointed Eric Riegger as Chairman of the Management Board. Effective October 1, 2026, he will succeed the departing Dr. Steffen Greubel, combining his new role with his current responsibilities as Group Chief Financial Officer.
After differences about the future orientation of the wholesale group, Metro CEO Steffen Greubel resigns at the end of September. The successor is to become the former Aldi manager and former Metro Chief Financial Officer Eric Riegger.
Because of "different views" about the future of the Group, Steffen Greubel leaves Metro and hands over the leadership to his Chief Financial Officer. Eric Riegger, who has gained international experience at Lidl and Aldi, is to make the Group more profitable.
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