Ashland Inc. shares rise 1.85% after-hours after appointing William Whitaker as CFO.

Ashland Inc. rose 1.85% in after-hours trading, following the appointment of William Whitaker as the company's new CFO. Whitaker, who has been serving as the interim CFO, brings extensive experience in corporate development, treasury, financial planning and analysis, and investor relations. This leadership change is expected to bring stability and strategic direction to the company's financial operations.