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Berkshire Hathaway shares dip nearly 3% after shocking Buffett exit and an earnings decline

Last updated: May 5, 2025 5:50 am
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Warren Buffett’s Surprise Announcement Sends Berkshire Hathaway Shares Tumbling

Investors were taken by surprise on Monday as Berkshire Hathaway shares faced a significant drop following Warren Buffett’s unexpected decision to step down as CEO after a remarkable 60-year tenure. The legendary investor made the announcement during Berkshire’s annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, revealing that Greg Abel, vice chairman of non-insurance operations, would take over as CEO on January 1, 2026. Despite the leadership transition, Buffett will retain his position as chairman.

The news sent Class B shares tumbling by 2.9% in premarket trading, following an all-time high of $539.80 on Friday. Class A shares also fell by 2.8%, closing at a record high of $809,350 per share. Berkshire’s Class B shares, initially issued in 1996 at a fraction of a Class A share, split 50-for-1 in 2010.

Investors expressed mixed reactions to the leadership change, with some viewing it as a transparent transition that allows Buffett to continue mentoring Abel and other Berkshire leaders. Macrae Sykes, a portfolio manager at Gabelli Funds and Berkshire shareholder, emphasized the importance of Buffett’s continued presence as chairman to provide guidance during future capital allocation decisions.

The announcement marks the end of an era for Berkshire Hathaway, which has evolved from a failing textile mill into a diversified conglomerate valued at nearly $1.2 trillion. Buffett’s departure comes at a time of peak performance for the company, with shares reaching a new high just before the leadership transition.

UBS analyst Brian Meredith noted that Berkshire is now less reliant on Buffett’s investing expertise, with a portfolio of strong businesses generating robust cash flows. Despite a 14% decline in operating earnings in the first quarter, driven by a sharp drop in insurance underwriting profit due to Southern California wildfires, Berkshire shares have outperformed the S&P 500, rising by nearly 19% this year.

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Investors continue to view Berkshire as a safe haven due to its defensive insurance business and solid balance sheet. While the leadership change may have initially rattled shareholders, many remain confident in the company’s long-term strategy and the continuity provided by Abel as the new CEO. As Berkshire navigates this transition, all eyes will be on how the conglomerate adapts to a new chapter without its iconic founder at the helm.

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