Viewed in Russell Reynolds CFO turnover reached a seven-year high in 2025. Russell Reynolds Associates recorded 316 new CFO appointments globally, including a record 106 in the S&P 500. Departures remained elevated, and in the FTSE 100 average tenure fell below five years. This is not instability. It reflects a role that has expanded significantly… More
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Unchanging trend: Turnover of CFOs in S&P 500 companies
Viewed in Russell Reynolds This article emphasizes the persistence of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) turnover in S&P 500 companies and the evolving expectations for CFOs. Retirements, career changes, and new opportunities drive the ongoing turnover of CFOs, impacting financial strategies. Sectors such as technology and healthcare experience higher CFO turnover due to dynamic markets and… More
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Viewed in Egon Zender Discover the critical attributes and skills that modern Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) must possess to succeed in today’s business landscape. In an insightful article from Ângela Pêgas and Bruno Carrasco, learn how the role of CFOs has evolved beyond traditional financial management, requiring them to play a more strategic role in… More
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