The Investment World Just Changed Forever

Warren Buffett – the man who turned $100 into $100 BILLION – just dropped a financial bombshell that will echo through Wall Street for decades. At today’s Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, the 94-year-old investing titan announced his retirement as CEO, effective December 31, 2025.

“The time has arrived where Greg should become the chief executive officer of the company at year end.”

— Warren Buffett, in a mic-drop moment at Berkshire’s shareholder meeting

Meet the New King of Berkshire

Greg Abel, Berkshire’s current Vice Chairman for Non-Insurance Operations, isn’t just taking over – he’s inheriting the most powerful seat in finance. This isn’t some corporate reshuffle; it’s the passing of the torch from the greatest investor of all time.

• 💰 The $900 Billion Question: How will Abel steer Berkshire’s massive tech bets, including its 20% portfolio stake in Apple?
• 👑 The Buffett Safety Net: The Oracle isn’t disappearing – he’ll “hang around” in an advisory role, ensuring a smooth transition
• ⚡ The Abel Effect: Known for his operational brilliance, can he match Buffett’s legendary capital allocation skills?

Why This Transition Matters More Than You Think

This isn’t just another CEO change. Berkshire Hathaway isn’t just another company – it’s a $900 billion financial fortress that moves markets. When Buffett speaks, the world listens. Now, that megaphone gets passed to Abel.

The big question every investor is asking: Will the “Abel Era” maintain Berkshire’s 60-year compounding machine, or will we see a new investment philosophy emerge?

One thing’s certain – Sunday’s board meeting just became the most watched corporate gathering in history, as Buffett and Abel hammer out the details of this unprecedented transition.