Investors see China, climate as challenges for BHP 'veteran'
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Fund managers have endorsed the appointment of Mike Henry to the top job at BHP as a sound choice, but questioned whether an internal candidate is the boldest choice to helm the mining giant.
On Thursday, BHP announced Mr Henry would replace outgoing chief executive Andrew Mackenzie, who is set to retire on December 31 after more than six years in the role.
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William McInnes covers markets from Sydney including editing the Markets Live blog. Connect with William on Twitter. Email William at w.mcinnes@afr.com.au
Vesna Poljak is the Companies editor. She was previously the Markets editor with a special interest in the investment industry, hedge funds and accounting. She is based in the Sydney newsroom. Connect with Vesna on Twitter. Email Vesna at vpoljak@afr.com
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