Macquarie’s First Woman CEO Departs With a $339 Million Stake
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Shemara Wikramanayake is stepping down as CEO of Macquarie Group Ltd. The company achieved strong profits and a record share price during her tenure. She leaves with a $339 million stake, positioning her among the highest-paid female bank executives globally. Her departure highlights both executive compensation and leadership changes at a major financial firm.
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Shemara Wikramanayake led Macquarie to bumper profits
Shemara Wikramanayake is stepping down as head of Macquarie Group Ltd.
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Wikramanayake will become one of the best-paid female bank executives globally.
Opinion- Shemara Wikramanayake led Macquarie to bumper profits
- Record high share price achieved during her tenure
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Loaded language removedShemara Wikramanayake is stepping down as head of Macquarie Group Ltd. after leading the Australian financial conglomerate to strong profits and a record high share price. For that she will be compensated, making her one of the best-paid female bank executives in the world.
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Wikramanayake will become one of the best-paid female bank executives globally.
OpinionShemara Wikramanayake is stepping down as head of Macquarie Group Ltd.
BloombergMacquarie Group achieved bumper profits under Wikramanayake's leadership.
BloombergMacquarie Group's share price reached a record high under Wikramanayake's leadership.
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