GoKawiilWarren Buffett to step down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, son Howard to succeed him
Warren Buffett announced he is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after more than six decades at the helm, transitioning to the role of chairman emeritus while remaining on the board. His son Howard Buffett will take over as chairman, following Greg Abel's earlier appointment as CEO less than a year ago. Buffett, 96, cited his age in a shareholder letter while expressing confidence in Berkshire's future.
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This marks the formal end of an era for one of the most successful investment records in modern history, with Berkshire's returns nearly doubling the S&P 500 under Buffett's tenure. The leadership handoff to Howard Buffett alongside CEO Greg Abel signals a full generational transition at the conglomerate, raising questions about whether the company's investment philosophy and culture will endure without its founding figure.
- Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman after over 60 years leading the company.
- Son Howard Buffett becomes chairman while Buffett stays on as chairman emeritus and board member.
- Berkshire delivered a 19.7% compounded annual return under Buffett, nearly double the S&P 500's performance.
Source: cnbc.com — Alex Harring, 2026-09-18
Published there as: “Buffett steps down, Wall Street bounces back, 2027 'truck wars' and more in Morning Squawk”
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