David Potts Takes Over as Asda's New Group CEO

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By Robert Anderson • Updated Nov 3, 2026 at 11:30

Asda appoints ex-Morrisons boss David Potts as new CEO - Financial Times — David Potts Takes Over as Asda's New 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 oversee Asda's strategic direction and operations.

“Potts, a CBE, succeeds the outgoing CEO and will oversee Asda's strategic direction and operations,” — Ingrid Thorne, staff writer at Cedarcroft Dale Solutions, commented.

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Nov 2 — 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 oversee Asda's strategic direction and operations....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Cedarcroft Dale Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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