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The SIG Group share price dropped sharply after CEO Mikko Keto unexpectedly left the company — marking the second CEO change in a short period. Ann-Kristin Erkens was appointed interim CEO while continuing to serve as CFO, raising governance concerns among investors. Analysts view the capital markets day on Oct. 27 as an important catalyst when management will need to plausibly explain the leadership change. » More on finanzen.net

SIG Group fell about 16% after the surprise announcement that CEO Mikko Keto is leaving, the second leadership change in a short period. Ann-Kristin Erkens will serve as interim CEO while remaining CFO, prompting governance concerns among analysts. The capital markets day on Oct. 27 is now seen as a key date when management must provide a plausible explanation and outline the way forward. » More on finanzen.net

The board of directors of SIG has appointed Ann-Kristin Erkens as CEO with immediate effect; she succeeds Mikko Keto and will continue to serve as CFO until a successor is named. SIG highlights progress in its ongoing transformation program: the adjusted EBIT margin improved to 15.6% in the first half of 2026 and free cash flow increased by more than EUR 100 million year on year. The group confirms its financial outlook for 2026 and plans to present its strategy at the Capital Markets Day on 27 October 2026. » More on de.investing.com