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Warren Buffett Steps Down as Chairman | Global News
- Published
- September 19, 2026
- Duration
- 1:49
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- Last updated
- Sep 20, 2026
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Warren Buffett, the 96-year-old investing legend, has officially stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, passing the torch to his son Howard Buffett — a move long in the making and perfectly timed with Buffett’s birthday and a great-grandchild’s first. While Buffett remains as chairman emeritus to offer guidance, his son Howard, a seasoned board m…
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Warren Buffett, the 96-year-old investing legend, has officially stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, passing the torch to his son Howard Buffett — a move long in the making and perfectly timed with Buffett’s birthday and a great-grandchild’s first. While Buffett remains as chairman emeritus to offer guidance, his son Howard, a seasoned board member with roots in farming, philanthropy, and law enforcement, will now steer the company’s culture and values. Day-to-day leadership continue
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