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PhotoNews Pakistan > Top News > Warren Buffett to Retire, Greg Abel Named Berkshire Hathaway CEO
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Warren Buffett to Retire, Greg Abel Named Berkshire Hathaway CEO

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By Web Desk Published May 4, 2025 3 Min Read
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Warren Buffett, the legendary investor who transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a $1.16 trillion conglomerate, will step down as chairman and CEO by year-end 2025, concluding a remarkable 60-year tenure. Greg Abel, vice chairman for non-insurance operations, will assume leadership, as announced during Berkshire’s annual shareholder meeting in Omaha on Saturday.

Buffett, 94, stunned attendees by revealing his retirement at the meeting’s close, a decision even Abel, his long-designated successor, didn’t anticipate. The board will formalise Abel’s appointment on Sunday. Buffett’s strategic acquisitions and stock picks, alongside late vice chairman Charlie Munger, built Berkshire into a diverse empire spanning insurance, railroads, energy, and retail, with $47.4 billion in 2024 operating earnings.

🚨 BREAKING: Warren Buffett, the 94-year-old Oracle of Omaha, shocked shareholders today by announcing his retirement after 60+ years at Berkshire Hathaway.

As the legendary investor prepares to step down, let's examine the key investments that built his $100+ billion fortune: pic.twitter.com/DZy6n9pmNh

— Ask Perplexity (@AskPerplexity) May 3, 2025

His 20% compounded annual stock gain from 1965 to 2024, doubling the S&P 500’s 10%, cemented his global influence, enabling high-stakes deals with Goldman Sachs and General Electric. Buffett’s annual meetings, dubbed “Woodstock for Capitalists,” and witty letters drew thousands, sharing insights on markets and life.

Abel’s Challenges and Opportunities

Abel, 62, inherits a robust business but faces hurdles. Berkshire’s first-quarter 2025 operating earnings dropped 14% to $9.6 billion due to insurance losses from California wildfires, though Treasury bill investments boosted income. With a record $347.7 billion cash pile, Abel must navigate scarce deal opportunities, as Buffett noted the lack of “eye-popping” acquisitions. Past missteps, like overpaying for Precision Castparts, underscore the need for disciplined capital allocation.

Berkshire’s Economic Impact

Buffett’s “all-in wager” on America, exemplified by the $26 billion BNSF acquisition in 2009, reflected his belief in US economic growth, which he said rose sixfold per capita in his lifetime. Berkshire’s diverse portfolio, including stakes in Apple and American Express, mirrors this optimism, generating substantial returns.

Warren Buffett getting a standing ovation from the entire arena after announcing his plans to step back as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway pic.twitter.com/WErWV0XNlo

— Evan (@StockMKTNewz) May 3, 2025

Warren Buffett’s retirement marks the end of an iconic chapter for Berkshire Hathaway, with Greg Abel poised to lead the $1.16 trillion conglomerate. Buffett’s unmatched legacy, built on astute investing and faith in America, sets a high bar for Abel. As Berkshire navigates a changing landscape, investors worldwide watch this historic transition.

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