Biodexa Pharmaceuticals PLC-ADR Trading Halted Due to Volatility
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Biodexa Pharmaceuticals Appoints Fiona Sharp as CFO, Shares Rise 3.45%
- Executive Transition: Biodexa Pharmaceuticals has promoted Fiona Sharp to Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary, effective immediately, aiming to strengthen financial management and enhance operational efficiency within the company.
- Succession Plan: Sharp succeeds Stephen Stamp, who will continue as Chief Executive Officer, ensuring stability and continuity in the company's leadership during this transition.
- Financial Expertise: Having served as Group Financial Controller since December 2019, Sharp brings extensive financial management experience, previously holding the position of Assistant Director of Finance at Hywel Dda University Health Board, which is expected to enhance the company's financial strategy.
- Market Reaction: BDRX shares are currently trading at $2.54, reflecting a 3.45% increase from the previous trading day, indicating positive market sentiment regarding the new CFO's appointment and confidence in the company's future growth prospects.
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