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Dean Finch

Chief Executive Officer, Persimmon plc · United Kingdom

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-20

Dean Finch is the CEO of Persimmon plc (PSN). Finch is based in the United Kingdom. Finch was born in 1966 and educated at University of Bath.

Experienced senior executive with a 40-year career spanning commercial, financial and operational roles across Europe and North America. CEO of National Express plc from 2010-2020, and previously held senior positions including Group Chief Executive of Tube Lines and Group Finance Director and Chief Operating Officer at FirstGroup plc.

Recent developments

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Recent coverage has focused on Persimmon's strong financial performance and market resilience, with reports in mid-2026 highlighting the company's increased guidance on new homes delivery alongside rising profits and revenue. Earlier in 2026, coverage noted robust financial results and an optimistic outlook despite broader sector challenges, while more recent headlines from late 2025 explored the company's vertical integration strategy as a potential driver of future growth.

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Born
July 1966
Education
University of Bath

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