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At 96, Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman

Published

18 September 2026

Topic

operational-macro

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Fintech

◆ Geography

United States

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Fusion42 · 18 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Warren Buffett has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after more than 50 years, becoming chairman emeritus. His son, Howard Buffett, a long-time board member, will take over as chairman, while Greg Abel remains CEO.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 10 sources have reported it between 18 Sep 2026 and 19 Sep 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

A new chairman at Berkshire Hathaway signals shifting leadership dynamics in one of the world’s largest investment firms. You should reassess your exposure to Berkshire-linked markets and look for early signs of strategic changes under Howard Buffett.

◆ Coverage

10 sources · first reported 18 Sep 2026 · latest 19 Sep 2026

◆ Topics

Fintechwarren-buffettberkshire-hathawayleadership-changecorporate-governancelegacy