https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/who-is-howard-buffett-the-new-berkshire-hathaway-chairmanContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/who-is-howard-buffett-the-new-berkshire-hathaway-chairmanhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/who-is-howard-buffett-the-new-berkshire-hathaway-chairman#u78928Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:36:27 +0000Howard Buffett is the new chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, succeeding his father, Warren Buffett, who has transitioned to the role of chairman emeritus. The 71-year-old farmer and philanthropist has served on the company board for 33 years. While Howard assumes the chairmanship to preserve the company's culture, CEO Greg Abel continues to manage business operations. This leadership change follows a planned succession strategy intended to ensure the company does not stray from its established values.Why it mattersWarren Buffett led the firm for six decades before stepping down. This transit