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Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman

Warren Buffett has stepped down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman after more than 50 years, with his son Howard taking over the role immediately.

Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after serving in the role for more than 50 years. His son, Howard, will become Berkshire Hathaway's new chairman

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What readers are saying

moira1954
The transition should be stable since Howard has been on the board since 1993 and Greg Abel is already in the CEO role. It is a very deliberate succession plan to keep the existing company culture in place while the older generation finally steps back.
RetiredBanjo
Fifty years at the helm is quite a long stretch for anyone.

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