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UBS CEO vows to stay in the job until at least April 2027

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Posted on March 31, 2026

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By Emma Farge GENEVA, March 31 (Reuters) - UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti said on Tuesday he would remain at the helm of the Swiss bank until at least April 2027, and left open the possibility of staying on

UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti Commits to Stay Until April 2027 During Credit Suisse Integration

Sergio Ermotti's Leadership and UBS-Credit Suisse Integration

By Emma Farge

Ermotti's Commitment to UBS

GENEVA, March 31 (Reuters) - UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti said on Tuesday he would remain at the helm of the Swiss bank until at least April 2027, and left open the possibility of staying on for longer.

Guiding UBS Through the Credit Suisse Acquisition

Ermotti has pledged to see his bank through the process of integrating its fallen rival Credit Suisse, which UBS acquired in 2023. He is also attempting to shepherd UBS through new regulations that authorities are preparing for the bank.

Statements at the International Center for Monetary and Banking Studies

"I will stay at least until next year in April and then we will take it from there," Ermotti said at an event organised by the International Center for Monetary and Banking Studies.

Succession Planning at UBS

Regarding his future successor, Ermotti has said he would like it to be an internal candidate. He told the audience in Geneva that the bank already had good candidates.

"And then when the day comes, it's going to be a matter of choosing the person based on the current needs of the bank," the 65-year-old Ermotti said.

Ermotti's Return to UBS

Ermotti, who also previously headed UBS from 2011 to 2020, was brought back in 2023 to steer the bank through the incorporation of Credit Suisse.

(Reporting by Emma FargeEditing by Dave Graham)

Key Takeaways

  • Sergio Ermotti commits to stay as UBS CEO until at least April 2027, with the option to extend further beyond that date.
  • His tenure is linked to completing the integration of Credit Suisse, a process expected to conclude by end‑2026 or early 2027.
  • Ermotti favors an internal successor and highlights robust progress in integration, cost savings, and navigating evolving regulatory pressures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long will UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti remain in his position?
Sergio Ermotti has vowed to stay as CEO of UBS until at least April 2027, with the possibility of continuing longer.
Why was Sergio Ermotti brought back as UBS CEO in 2023?
Ermotti was brought back to oversee the integration of Credit Suisse after UBS's acquisition and to manage regulatory changes.
What is the focus of Sergio Ermotti's leadership at UBS?
Ermotti is committed to guiding UBS through the Credit Suisse integration process and handling new banking regulations.
Is there a succession plan for the UBS CEO position?
Ermotti has indicated a preference for an internal candidate and stated that the bank already has strong potential successors.
Where did Sergio Ermotti announce his intention to stay as UBS CEO?
He made the announcement at an event organized by the International Center for Monetary and Banking Studies in Geneva.

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