Billions in lawsuits in the United States, hedge funds demanding a break-up and the stock at a permanent low: At the last general meeting of the outgoing Bayer boss Werner Baumann, there were still some explosive questions.
When Bayer Supervisory Board Chairman Norbert Winkeljohann then takes stock and talks about the work of the outgoing CEO, reports of a “strong foundation”, great success and a lot of sustainability, the one who is being praised sits calmly in his place. He folds his hands, his eyes wander back and forth behind the round glasses, a slight smile. Sometimes it’s very interesting when the camera doesn’t just point to whoever is speaking. But also on who is being talked about.