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Christophe Fouquet - CEO of ASML | Podcast | In Good Company | Norges Bank Investment Management

2025-02-05 · 6 company · 6 thematic

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Nicolai Tangen is the CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management, which manages the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund, one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds. He hosts the podcast 'In Good Company' where he interviews leaders across various fields.

christophe fouquet

CEO of ASML, the sole supplier of EUV lithography systems critical for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. Has spent 25+ years at ASML, previously led the applications product unit. Describes himself as driven by problem-solving and people connection.

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“we are very proud shareholders as well we own 2.6% of the company equivalent to $7 billion so it's very important for us”

—nicolai tangen

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