Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/warren-buffett-gives-up-chairman-title-at-berkshire-hathaway-in-the-next-step-of-his-succession-planContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Howard Buffett becomes chairman of Berkshire Hathawayhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/warren-buffett-gives-up-chairman-title-at-berkshire-hathaway-in-the-next-step-of-his-succession-planhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/warren-buffett-gives-up-chairman-title-at-berkshire-hathaway-in-the-next-step-of-his-succession-plan#u78275Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:45:28 +0000Warren Buffett has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, appointing his son Howard Buffett to the role. This move represents the next phase of a succession plan designed to maintain the company's culture and prevent it from straying. While Howard Buffett assumes the chairmanship, Greg Abel remains as CEO. Howard Buffett brings a diverse professional background to the position, having previously worked as a sheriff and a war photographer.Why it mattersBerkshire Hathaway is one of the world's largest conglomerates. The transition of leadership from Warren Buffett ensures cont