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Harley Davidson slams activist investor, says it has wrecked its CEO succession process


Published on 2025-04-16 14:07:36 - Fortune
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  • With shares down 42% in the last year, the company is facing off against investment firm H Partners.

Harley-Davidson is currently facing pressure from activist investor ValueAct Capital to expedite the search for a new CEO following the announcement that CEO Jochen Zeitz's contract will not be renewed when it expires in 2025. ValueAct, which holds a significant stake in the company, is pushing for a strategic overhaul to address declining sales and market share. The investor group believes that a new leadership could better navigate the challenges posed by shifting consumer preferences and increased competition in the motorcycle industry. Harley-Davidson's board is reportedly considering these demands but has not yet made a final decision on the CEO succession plan.

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