2026-09-19
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Warren Buffett stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, his sprawling conglomerate.
The 96-year-old investment guru will be replaced by his son, Howard,
who is 71. Greg Abel took over as CEO nine months ago.
Under Mr. Buffett Sr., the company amassed $360 billion of cash.