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Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire chair; Howard Buffett takes non-executive role
Berkshire Hathaway said on September 18 that 96-year-old Warren Buffett became chairman emeritus and remains a director. His 71-year-old son Howard Buffett is now non-executive chair, while Greg Abel continues as chief executive.
Why it matters
The change completes Berkshire's split of top responsibilities: Abel runs the company, while Howard leads the board and safeguards its culture. Investors will watch capital allocation and governance at the roughly $1.1 trillion conglomerate after the Buffett era.
Full report
Berkshire confirmed the board changes in a company announcement. Warren Buffett received the title of chairman emeritus and remains a director, so he has not left the company entirely.
Howard Buffett becomes non-executive chair and will not run daily operations. Greg Abel remains chief executive, responsible for operating the group and allocating capital.
The arrangement follows Warren Buffett's long-stated succession design, separating executive management from board oversight. Howard's principal role is to protect Berkshire's long-term culture and shareholder interests.
Berkshire owns businesses spanning insurance, rail, energy, manufacturing and consumer goods. The leadership roles are now formally in place, and markets will focus on governance continuity and major investment decisions.
This report is an original summary based on verified sources, not a verbatim reproduction.
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