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Peloton announced that CEO Barry McCarthy will be stepping down and the company will be laying off 15% of its staff in an effort to align its spending with revenue. McCarthy, a former executive at Spotify and Netflix, will transition to a strategic advisor role while the company searches for a permanent CEO. Karen Boone, the company’s chairperson, and director Chris Bruzzo will serve as interim co-CEOs during this transition period.
In addition to the leadership changes, Peloton also revealed a broad restructuring plan that includes a 15% reduction in its global headcount. This plan is expected to cut annual expenses by over $200 million by the end of fiscal 2025. The company will be focusing on reducing payroll, marketing spending, retail store footprint, and IT/software expenses as part of this restructuring.
Despite these changes, Peloton’s shares initially surged more than 12% in premarket trading but opened more than 6% lower after the company’s conference call with Wall Street analysts concluded. This shift in market sentiment reflects the uncertainty surrounding the company’s future.
McCarthy’s tenure at Peloton has been marked by efforts to restructure the business and drive growth. However, the company has faced challenges in achieving sustainable free cash flow and turning a profit. With mounting debt and disappointing earnings results, Peloton is now under pressure to deliver positive results and regain investor confidence.
Looking ahead, Peloton’s board is on the lookout for a new CEO who can lead the company through its next phase of growth. The company is also focused on reaching positive free cash flow and improving its financial outlook. While challenges remain, Peloton is determined to overcome them and emerge stronger in the competitive fitness industry.
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