Wheaton Precious Metals Appoints Haytham Hodaly as New CEO (WPM)

Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM) announced the appointment of Haytham Hodaly as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 15, 2026. Hodaly will succeed John Van Deventer, who stepped down to focus on a new venture. The company cited Hodaly's extensive experience in precious metals and mining operations as key factors in the decision. The leadership change follows a period of volatility in the precious metals sector, with WPM's stock trading at $28.50 per share as of February 7, 2026.