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Warren Buffett exits Berkshire Hathaway as his son Howard becomes chairman

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Friday, September 18, 2026 at 10:55 AM
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Warren Buffett, the investing legend that turned Berkshire Hathaway into an massive conglomerate, has officially stepped aside as chairman after leaving as CEO at the beginning of the year.

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