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Newmark Executive Chairman Howard Lutnick nominated for U.S. Commerce Secretary; will step down upon Senate confirmation
NEWMARK GROUP, INC.
- Lutnick nominated by President Trump to serve as 41st U.S. Secretary of Commerce.
- Upon Senate confirmation, Lutnick will step down as Executive Chairman of Newmark and from roles at Cantor and BGC.
- Lutnick intends to divest his interests in these companies to comply with government ethics rules; no open-market sales expected.
- Newmark expects no changes to its existing corporate structure; CEO Barry Gosin and management team to continue leading.
- Newmark generated revenues of approximately $2.6 billion for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024.