Financial Times FT.com

BofA urged to seek external chief executive

By Greg Farrell in New York

Published: October 11 2009 22:06 | Last updated: October 12 2009 14:28

Pressure from institutional investors is starting to build on Bank of America’s board to name an outsider to replace Ken Lewis, who retires as chief executive at the end of the year.

Three institutional investors have urged BofA to look beyond internal candidates, according to people familiar with the matter. Another institutional shareholder is planning to raise concerns this week.

You have viewed your allowance of free articles. If you wish to view more, click the button below.

Read this