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Cristina Álvarez named new Chair of El Corte Inglés 

The Spanish department store group has appointed Cristina as Non-Executive Chair, effective 15 January 2026. She succeeds her sister Marta Álvarez, who will remain on the Board and oversee key divisions during the company’s next strategic phase.

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