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Apple names insider Kevan Parekh as new CFO, replacing Maestri

Tech giant Apple has appointed Kevan Parekh as its new CFO, succeeding long-standing executive Luca Maestri, who will step down on January 1, 2025.

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Headline

Tech giant Apple has appointed Kevan Parekh as its new CFO, succeeding long-standing executive Luca Maestri, who will step down on January 1, 2025.

Context

OUR TAKE The appointment of Kevan Parekh as CFO signals continuity and stability, crucial ahead of a major product launch. Parekh’s extensive experience and Maestri’s ongoing role in key areas bode well for Apple’s financial health, particularly as it leverages AI to drive sales and compete globally. –Vicky Wu, BTW reporter Tech giant Apple has announced the appointment of Kevan Parekh as its new chief financial officer, succeeding long-standing executive Luca Maestri, who will step down from the role on January 1, 2025. Parekh, a long-serving Apple executive, most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis. Prior to joining Apple, he held senior positions at Thomson Reuters and General Motors.

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Analysis

Maestri will remain with Apple, continuing to oversee corporate services teams, including information systems and technology, information security, and real estate and development, reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook . During his tenure as finance chief, Maestri played a pivotal role in more than doubling Apple’s revenue, with services revenue growing by over five times. D.A. Davidson analyst Gil Luria said, “It appears that the transition to the new CFO is planned and orderly, which is the most important question. Maestri staying on with Apple is also very important, as it removes the risk of financial questions.” Also read: Apple plans to unveil new range of products next month Also read: California launches digital IDs in Apple and Google Wallets

Key Points

  • Tech giant Apple has appointed Kevan Parekh as its new CFO, succeeding long-standing executive Luca Maestri, who will step down on January 1, 2025.
  • Parekh, a company veteran who most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis, previously held senior positions at Thomson Reuters and General Motors before joining Apple.

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Author

Vicky Wu (v.wu@btw.media)· author profile pending