Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, a post he has held since 1970

Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after serving in the role for more than 50 years. His son, Howard, will serve as Berkshire Hathaway's new chairman.
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