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    Munich Re CEO Wenning to retire, succeeded by CFO

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    Posted on July 23, 2025

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    Last updated: January 22, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Munich Re CEO Joachim Wenning retires, succeeded by CFO Christoph Jurecka. Wenning steps down for personal reasons, with analysts supporting Jurecka's appointment.

    Table of Contents

    • Leadership Transition at Munich Re
    • Reasons for Wenning's Departure
    • Analysts' Perspective on Jurecka

    Munich Re's CEO Joachim Wenning to Retire, CFO Christoph Jurecka Takes Over

    Leadership Transition at Munich Re

    FRANKFURT (Reuters) -Munich Re CEO Joachim Wenning will retire by the end of the year and be succeeded by the company's finance chief Christoph Jurecka, the German reinsurer announced on Wednesday.

    Reasons for Wenning's Departure

    Wenning, in the CEO role since 2017, decided to step down for personal reasons, Munich Re said.

    Analysts' Perspective on Jurecka

    Analysts with Jefferies wrote in an email that the departure was disappointing but that his successor Jurecka is "well known by investors" with a "deep understanding of the business".

    (Reporting by Tom Sims and Alexander Huebner; editing by Matthias Williams)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Munich Re CEO Joachim Wenning will retire by year-end.
    • •CFO Christoph Jurecka will succeed Wenning as CEO.
    • •Wenning steps down for personal reasons after leading since 2017.
    • •Analysts view Jurecka as well-known with deep business understanding.
    • •Leadership transition announced by the German reinsurer.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Munich Re CEO Wenning to retire, succeeded by CFO

    1What is corporate governance?

    Corporate governance refers to the systems, principles, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled. It involves balancing the interests of stakeholders, including shareholders, management, customers, suppliers, and the community.

    2What is a CFO?

    A CFO, or Chief Financial Officer, is a senior executive responsible for managing the financial actions of a company. This includes tracking cash flow, financial planning, and analyzing the company's financial strengths and weaknesses.

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