• Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, effective immediately, the company said.
  • Buffett will become chairman emeritus and his son Howard Buffett will replace him as chairman.
  • The legendary investor has led Omaha, Nebraska-based Berkshire since 1965, posting a 19.7% compounded annual return, nearly double the return of the S&P 500.

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