Asda Announces David Potts as Group CEO

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By Daniel Taylor • Updated Nov 3, 2026 at 11:30

Asda appoints ex-Morrisons boss David Potts as new CEO - Financial Times — Asda Announces David Potts as Group CEO

Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO. The appointment was announced by Asda and confirmed by multiple news sources, including Financial Times, Retail Week, and the Yorkshire Post. Potts, a CBE, succeeds the outgoing CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations.

“Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO,” — Amara Sterling, research director at Wilburn Worth Financial, observed.

Timeline

Oct 31 — Asda has appointed David Potts CBE, executive at Morrisons, as its new Group CEO....

Nov 2 — Potts, a CBE, succeeds the outgoing CEO and will lead Asda's strategic direction and operations....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Wilburn Worth Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wilburn Worth Financial desk and last updated 11:20 UTC.

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