Ternus shuffle: Apple names new mergers & acquisitions chief

In the latest executive overhaul, Adrian Perica is getting his merger and acquisition responsibilities offloaded to long-time lieutenant Steve Smith. Apple Park A new CEO takes over, and roles shift. It's effectively a fact of American business.
The latest shuffle is a slight reorganization, with mergers and acquisitions moving to a new person. According to a report on Thursday by Bloomberg, Steve Smith is Apple's new M&A head. Smith was formerly Apple's Senior Director of Corporate Development.
Formerly, Adrian Perica held that responsibility, as part of his overall role which incorporates…
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- Thursday, 8 October 2026, 11:28 pm IST
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