HP Inc names former GSK chief Emma Walmsley as new CEO
HP Inc announced that Emma Walmsley, who led GlaxoSmithKline until December 2025, will become chief executive on 4 January 2027. The board approved the appointment unanimously, and she will replace interim CEO Bruce Broussard, who will move to the chair of the board. Walmsley also brings seven years of experience on Microsoft’s board and a record of driving transformation at GSK and L’Oréal.
Why it matters
HP said the new CEO will focus on using artificial‑intelligence technologies to create growth opportunities and deliver value to customers and shareholders. The leadership change also coincides with HP reporting fiscal‑2026 revenue of $44.5 billion for the first nine months, highlighting the need for fresh strategic direction.
Key facts
- 1Emma Walmsley will assume the role of HP CEO on 4 January 2027. businessworld.in
- 2The HP board of directors unanimously approved her appointment. businessworld.in
- 3Interim CEO Bruce Broussard will become chairman of HP’s board on the same date. businessworld.in
- 4Walmsley previously served as CEO of GlaxoSmithKline from 2017 to December 2025. investing.com
- 5She has been a member of Microsoft’s board of directors for seven years. businessworld.in
- 6HP’s revenue rose 10 percent year‑on‑year to $44.5 billion in the first nine months of fiscal 2026. theregister.com
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 3 of 3 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.