Boots CEO Sebastian James steps down as Walgreens Boots Alliance abandons £5bn sale/listing.
Boots CEO Sebastian James is stepping down after the US owner of the UK's largest pharmacy chain, Walgreens Boots Alliance, decided against pursuing a £5bn ($6.32bn) sale or stock market listing for the second time in two years. James will exit in November to take a new role in the healthcare industry, as Boots continues to perform well, with like-for-like sales rising by 6% during the quarter to May.
June 29, 2024
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