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Would That ‘Succession’ Twist Really Tank Waystar’s Stock? And Other Real-World Questions

An executive’s death can sometimes have the opposite effect, triggering a frenzy of trading that drives share price upward. The lack of a clear successor may add to volatility.

After the death of Logan Roy (played by Brian Cox) is announced, the share price of Waystar Royco drops precipitously. But how would that play in the real world? Photo: Macall Polay/HBO

By Ellen Gamerman

April 10, 2023 7:18 pm ET