By John Glenday

Sir Martin Sorrell’s shock weekend departure as the head of WPP sent the advertising giant’s share price sliding down 4% upon opening, as traders digest the implications of what the leadership uncertainty might bring – although it has since rebounded slightly.

So unexpected was the departure that WPP reportedly does not even have a non-compete agreement in place with Sorrell, leaving him entirely free to set up a competing business should he wish to do so, according to the FT.

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Source: The Drum