Fortune 500 Power Moves: Which executives gained and lost power this week (Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2026)
Hartford Insurance Group (HIG) named A. Morris Tooker as CEO, effective March 1, 2027. Northern Trust (NTRS) announced CFO Dave W. Fox, Jr.'s retirement by March 31, 2027. General Mills (GIS) appointed Dana McNabb as CEO, starting January 1, 2027. Albertsons (ABS) appointed Cody Perdue as interim CFO, succeeding Sharon McCollam.
How this was made

The 30-second read
Why it matters
The article provides first‑report executive changes, a moderate‑novelty corporate update with limited immediate trading impact.
Market read
Executive changes are standard corporate news; they may affect stock sentiment modestly but lack immediate price catalysts.
What to watch
Succession planning quality and the incoming executives' track records may influence long‑term performance.
Background
Fortune's weekly Power Moves column lists recent C‑suite appointments and retirements at top Fortune 500 firms.
Ticker impact
Hartford Insurance Group appointed Mo Tooker as CEO effective March 1, 2027.
likely slight pressure as market prices in the upcoming transition
CEO succession is a standard corporate event with limited immediate catalyst.
General Mills named Dana McNabb as CEO effective Jan. 1, 2027.
limited near‑term movement, potential modest upside after transition
Internal promotion reduces risk; investors may watch for strategic shifts.
Albertsons appointed Cody Perdue as interim CFO, succeeding retiring Sharon McCollam.
likely neutral to slight downside until permanent CFO is named
Interim roles are typically viewed as placeholders.
Market effects
Executive turnover across financial services and consumer staples may signal broader governance focus but no sector‑wide shift.
U.S. markets only; no regional ripple.
Limited, as changes are company‑specific.
Counterpoint
Investors could view the leadership changes as a catalyst for strategic overhaul, potentially undervalued.
Key entities
- companyHartford Insurance Group
US insurer, ticker HIG
- companyNorthern Trust
Financial services firm, ticker NTR
- companyGeneral Mills
Food company, ticker GIS
- companyAlbertsons
Retail grocery chain, ticker ACI


