https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/howie-buffett-steps-in-to-preserve-what-his-father-builtContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/howie-buffett-steps-in-to-preserve-what-his-father-builthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/howie-buffett-steps-in-to-preserve-what-his-father-built#u79646Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:26:35 +0000Howard Buffett has replaced his father, Warren Buffett, as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway. The move follows Warren Buffett's decision to step down after six decades leading the conglomerate. Howard Buffett, a former war photographer and sheriff, now oversees the board of the financial empire, which is valued between $1 trillion and $1.1 trillion. While Howard takes the chair, Greg Abel remains the chief executive. The transition focuses on maintaining the company's established corporate culture and preventing the firm from straying from its core principles.Why it mattersWarren Buffet