Peloton to replace CEO amid waning demand for at-home fitness equipment

The exercise bike maker's co-founder, John Foley, will step down as CEO and will become the executive chair, the company said.

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FILE - Peloton CEO John Foley, left, is seen behind one of his company's fitness machine along with others gathered for the groundbreaking for the company's first U.S. factory, Monday, Aug. 9, 2021, in Luckey, Ohio. The co-founder of Peloton is stepping down after an extended streak of tumult at the exercise and treadmill company. John Foley will no longer serve as Peloton's CEO as of Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2022. Barry McCarthy will take over the role and will also serve as president and a board member. (AP Photo/John Seewer, File)
Peloton Interactive Inc said on Tuesday it would replace its chief executive officer as the company wrestles with waning demand for its at-home fitness equipment and investor pressure to overhaul its board.

The exercise bike maker's co-founder, John Foley, will step down as CEO and will become the executive chair, the company said.

Barry McCarthy, the former chief financial officer of Spotify Technology SA and Netflix Inc, will take the helm, it added.


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