Business · 03/11/20261 min read

Asda appoints former Morrisons boss as chief executive as sales struggle

Summary

David Potts to take over immediately, as executive chair Allan Leighton steps back to non-executive strategic role Business live – latest updates Asda has appointed the 69-year-old former boss of Morrisons, David…

Original source language: The Guardian Business — International business newsOpen original release →

Add your company to Business Communicator

We monitor business sources and connect attention with companies, profiles and services available in Business Communicator.

Create a free company profile Explore businesses on Business Maps →

Create a free company profile →

Explore insights

Business insights →

Global Markets News Trade Regulation News Business Technology News Fintech for Business: Payments & Banking News Supply Chain News Central Bank Policy News

Related business signals

Business · 11/3/2026

Asda hires ex-Morrison boss in bid to grow firm

David Potts takes charge of Asda, which is based in Leeds, with immediate effect.

Read summary →

Business · 11/3/2026

Zuellig Pharma Strengthens Clinical Sourcing Capabilities in China through Strategic Acquisition

The acquisition of our newly licensed Hangzhou facility establishes robust local sourcing capabilities to accelerate and support clinical trials across China. HANGZHOU, China, Nov.

Read summary →

Business · 11/3/2026

Zhengrick-Pama, a strategic acquisition to boost clinical supply capacity in China.

With the addition of new facilities with drug distribution licenses to support clinical trials in China, Zullig Pharma has announced that it has strategically acquired its own supply facility for clinical trial supplies located in China.

Read summary →

Business · 11/3/2026

Guaranteed pension income resurrected for 17m private sector workers

The Ministers propose a new guided pension scheme to help provide life-long protection for savers Business live latest updates Millions of private sector workers will be offered guaranteed lifetime pensions under the new...

Read summary →

Business · 11/3/2026

Riyadh Development Economist / RIMAT offers an investment opportunity for partnership in the project to operate Riyadh positions.

Riyadh 23 JAMADI I 1448 H 03 November 2026 VAS has announced that the Riyadh Development Company, a development arm of the Riyadz Regional Secretariat, is offering an opportunity for a 50 year strategic partnership with the private sector through its "Opportunities" platform.

Read summary →

Business · 11/3/2026

Doughlicious® Advent Calendar is back with 12 Days of HOLLY-DOUGH Joy

Pop open 12 epic and unique flavours of cookie dough and gelato bites, including a collaboration with Rotten®, plus a limited edition Peppermint White Chocolate treat available nationwide at Whole Foods Market and other...

Read summary →