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Warren Buffett Retires: Greg Abel Takes Berkshire Helm

1/5/2026

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Warren Buffett has retired as Berkshire Hathaway CEO after 60 years.
Greg Abel will take over the role on January 1, 2026.
Abel faces the challenge of managing Berkshire's $350 billion cash reserve while overseeing its subsidiaries, including Geico.
Abel will be more involved in daily operations.
He has appointed Berkshire's first general counsel.

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Warren Buffett has retired as Berkshire Hathaway CEO after 60 years.
Greg Abel will take over the role on January 1, 2026.
Abel faces the challenge of managing Berkshire's $350 billion cash reserve while overseeing its subsidiaries, including Geico.
Abel will be more involved in daily operations.
He has appointed Berkshire's first general counsel.