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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Mark Sweney

Billionaire B&M boss to retire from discount chain after 18 years

Left to right: Simon, Bobby and Robin Arora
Simon Arora (left), with brothers Bobby (centre) and Robin who are also involved in the business. Photograph: Tunc Sengun/HPC Images

Simon Arora, the billionaire co-owner and chief executive of B&M, the discount chain that cemented its place as one of Britain’s most successful retailers during the pandemic, is to retire.

The 52-year old, who runs the business with co-owner Bobby with involvement to a lesser extent from youngest sibling Robin, is to stand down early next year after 18 years running the chain.

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