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Ericsson CEO Ekholm Steps Down After Company Turnaround
16 Jun
Summary
- Borje Ekholm is stepping down as Ericsson CEO in September 2026.
- Per Narvinger will succeed Ekholm as the new CEO.
- Ekholm stated he successfully turned the company around since 2017.

Ericsson announced that its current Chief Executive Officer, Borje Ekholm, will be stepping down from his position at the close of September 2026. The leadership transition will see Per Narvinger assume the role of CEO.
Ekholm, who has been at the helm since 2017, stated that he successfully led a turnaround for the company, establishing it as a global communications and technology leader. He will continue to support the company as an executive advisor to Narvinger through mid-June 2027.