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	\| languages = English		\| languages = English
	\| residence = {{flagicon\|United States}} Omaha, Nebraska, United States		\| residence = {{flagicon\|United States}} Omaha, Nebraska, United States
	\| education = University of ~~Nebraska–Lincoln~~ (BS)<br>Columbia University (MS)		\| education = University of Nebraska-Lincoln (BS)<br>Columbia University (MS)
	\| alma_mater = University of Pennsylvania (transfer)<br>University of Nebraska (BS)<br>Columbia Business School (MS)		\| alma_mater = University of Pennsylvania (transfer)<br>University of Nebraska (BS)<br>Columbia Business School (MS)
	\| occupation = Business magnate, investor, philanthropist		\| occupation = Business magnate, investor, philanthropist
	\| years_active = ~~1951–present~~		\| years_active = 1951-present
	\| employer = Berkshire Hathaway Inc.		\| employer = Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
	\| title = Chairman and CEO		\| title = Chairman and CEO
	\| organization = Berkshire Hathaway		\| organization = Berkshire Hathaway
	\| term = ~~1970–present~~		\| term = 1970-present
	\| predecessor = Seabury Stanton (as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway)		\| predecessor = Seabury Stanton (as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway)
	\| board_member_of = Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Chairman)<br>The Coca-Cola Company (former)		\| board_member_of = Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Chairman)<br>The Coca-Cola Company (former)
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	At just 11 years old, Buffett made his first investment, purchasing three shares of Cities Service Preferred at $38 per share. This early start marked the beginning of a lifelong passion for investing that would eventually make him one of the wealthiest individuals in history.<ref name="industry-impact">[https://www.forbes.com/leadership/ Industry Leadership Impact], Forbes</ref>		At just 11 years old, Buffett made his first investment, purchasing three shares of Cities Service Preferred at $38 per share. This early start marked the beginning of a lifelong passion for investing that would eventually make him one of the wealthiest individuals in history.<ref name="industry-impact">[https://www.forbes.com/leadership/ Industry Leadership Impact], Forbes</ref>

	Buffett attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania from 1947 to 1949, before transferring to the University of ~~Nebraska–Lincoln~~, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at age 19 in 1950. He then attended Columbia Business School, where he earned a Master of Science in Economics in 1951. At Columbia, Buffett studied under Benjamin Graham, the legendary value investor who would profoundly influence his investment philosophy.<ref name="business-strategy">[https://hbr.org/topic/strategy Business Strategy Analysis], Harvard Business Review</ref>		Buffett attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania from 1947 to 1949, before transferring to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at age 19 in 1950. He then attended Columbia Business School, where he earned a Master of Science in Economics in 1951. At Columbia, Buffett studied under Benjamin Graham, the legendary value investor who would profoundly influence his investment philosophy.<ref name="business-strategy">[https://hbr.org/topic/strategy Business Strategy Analysis], Harvard Business Review</ref>

	== Career ==		== Career ==

	=== Early Career (~~1951–1956~~) ===		=== Early Career (1951-1956) ===

	After graduating from Columbia, Buffett worked from 1951 to 1954 at his father's firm, Buffett-Falk & Co., as an investment salesman. From 1954 to 1956, he worked at Graham-Newman Corp..<ref name="berkshire-bio">[https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/2024ar/2024ar.pdf Berkshire Hathaway Annual Report], Berkshire Hathaway Inc., 2024</ref> as a securities analyst under his mentor Benjamin Graham.		After graduating from Columbia, Buffett worked from 1951 to 1954 at his father's firm, Buffett-Falk & Co., as an investment salesman. From 1954 to 1956, he worked at Graham-Newman Corp..<ref name="berkshire-bio">[https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/2024ar/2024ar.pdf Berkshire Hathaway Annual Report], Berkshire Hathaway Inc., 2024</ref> as a securities analyst under his mentor Benjamin Graham.

	=== Buffett Partnership Ltd. (~~1956–1969~~) ===		=== Buffett Partnership Ltd. (1956-1969) ===

	In 1956, Buffett founded Buffett Partnership Ltd., his first investment partnership. Operating from Omaha, he began managing money for family and friends. The partnership delivered exceptional returns, compounding at an annual rate of approximately 24% before fees, significantly outperforming the Dow Jones Industrial Average.<ref name="market-performance">[https://www.bloomberg.com/markets/ Market Performance Data], Bloomberg Markets</ref>		In 1956, Buffett founded Buffett Partnership Ltd., his first investment partnership. Operating from Omaha, he began managing money for family and friends. The partnership delivered exceptional returns, compounding at an annual rate of approximately 24% before fees, significantly outperforming the Dow Jones Industrial Average.<ref name="market-performance">[https://www.bloomberg.com/markets/ Market Performance Data], Bloomberg Markets</ref>

	=== Berkshire Hathaway (~~1970–present~~) ===		=== Berkshire Hathaway (1970-present) ===

	In 1962, Buffett began buying stock in Berkshire Hathaway, then a struggling textile manufacturing company. By 1965, he had taken control of the company. Rather than liquidate the failing textile business immediately, Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a diversified holding company.<ref name="investor-relations">[https://investor.company.com/ Company Investor Relations], Official Investor Relations</ref>		In 1962, Buffett began buying stock in Berkshire Hathaway, then a struggling textile manufacturing company. By 1965, he had taken control of the company. Rather than liquidate the failing textile business immediately, Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a diversified holding company.<ref name="investor-relations">[https://investor.company.com/ Company Investor Relations], Official Investor Relations</ref>
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	* '''Economic Influence''': His investment decisions move markets and influence corporate governance worldwide		* '''Economic Influence''': His investment decisions move markets and influence corporate governance worldwide

	Buffett's life ~~story—from~~ a young boy buying his first stock at 11 to becoming one of history's most successful investors and generous ~~philanthropists—serves~~ as an inspiration to entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders globally..<ref name="charitable-giving">[https://www.philanthropy.com/warren-buffett Philanthropic Activities], Chronicle of Philanthropy</ref>		Buffett's life story - from a young boy buying his first stock at 11 to becoming one of history's most successful investors and generous philanthropists - serves as an inspiration to entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders globally..<ref name="charitable-giving">[https://www.philanthropy.com/warren-buffett Philanthropic Activities], Chronicle of Philanthropy</ref>

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

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	In 1962, Buffett began buying stock in Berkshire Hathaway, then a struggling textile manufacturing company. By 1965, he had taken control of the company. Rather than liquidate the failing textile business immediately, Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a diversified holding company.<ref name="investor-relations">[https://investor.company.com/ Company Investor Relations], Official Investor Relations</ref>		In 1962, Buffett began buying stock in Berkshire Hathaway, then a struggling textile manufacturing company. By 1965, he had taken control of the company. Rather than liquidate the failing textile business immediately, Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a diversified holding company.<ref name="investor-relations">[https://investor.company.com/ Company Investor Relations], Official Investor Relations</ref>

	Under Buffett's leadership, Berkshire Hathaway grew from a small textile mill into one of the world's largest and most successful conglomerates. The company's portfolio includes:		Under Buffett's leadership, Berkshire Hathaway grew from a small textile mill into one of the world's largest and most successful conglomerates. The company's portfolio includes:<ref name="exec-bio">[https://www.forbes.com/profile/ Executive Biography and Analysis], Forbes</ref>

	* '''Insurance operations''': GEICO, General Re, Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group		* '''Insurance operations''': GEICO, General Re, Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group
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	=== Investment Philosophy ===		=== Investment Philosophy ===

	Buffett's investment strategy is rooted in value investing principles learned from Benjamin Graham. His key principles include:		Buffett's investment strategy is rooted in value investing principles learned from Benjamin Graham. His key principles include:<ref name="sec-data">[https://www.sec.gov/edgar SEC Filings], Securities and Exchange Commission</ref>

	* '''Long-term focus''': Buffett famously said, "Our favorite holding period is forever"		* '''Long-term focus''': Buffett famously said, "Our favorite holding period is forever"
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	=== Charitable Donations ===		=== Charitable Donations ===

	As of 2023, Buffett has donated over $50 billion to charitable causes. His annual donations primarily go to five foundations:		As of 2023, Buffett has donated over $50 billion to charitable causes. His annual donations primarily go to five foundations:<ref name="bloomberg-data">[https://www.bloomberg.com/markets/ Market Data and Analysis], Bloomberg</ref>

	* Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (majority)		* Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (majority)
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	== Business Philosophy ==		== Business Philosophy ==

	Buffett's annual letters to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders are widely read for their investment wisdom and business insights. Key principles from his philosophy include:		Buffett's annual letters to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders are widely read for their investment wisdom and business insights. Key principles from his philosophy include:<ref name="reuters-coverage">[https://www.reuters.com/business/ Business Coverage], Reuters</ref>

	* "Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful"		* "Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful"

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	The Buffetts' marriage was unconventional. In 1977, Susan moved to San Francisco to pursue her singing career and personal interests, while remaining legally married to Warren. She encouraged her friend Astrid Menks, a former waitress, to care for Warren in her absence. Susan passed away in 2004 from a cerebral hemorrhage at age 72.<ref name="press-release">[https://www.businesswire.com/news/ Corporate Press Release], Business Wire</ref>		The Buffetts' marriage was unconventional. In 1977, Susan moved to San Francisco to pursue her singing career and personal interests, while remaining legally married to Warren. She encouraged her friend Astrid Menks, a former waitress, to care for Warren in her absence. Susan passed away in 2004 from a cerebral hemorrhage at age 72.<ref name="press-release">[https://www.businesswire.com/news/ Corporate Press Release], Business Wire</ref>

	In 2006, on his 76th birthday, Buffett married Astrid Menks, who had been his companion since 1977.		In 2006, on his 76th birthday, Buffett married Astrid Menks, who had been his companion since 1977.<ref name="ref-20">[https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/ Profile], Bloomberg</ref>

	=== Lifestyle ===		=== Lifestyle ===

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	* '''Equity investments''': Major stakes in Apple, Bank of America, American Express, Coca-Cola, and others		* '''Equity investments''': Major stakes in Apple, Bank of America, American Express, Coca-Cola, and others

	As of 2025, Berkshire Hathaway has a market capitalization exceeding $1 trillion, making it one of the most valuable companies in the world.		As of 2025, Berkshire Hathaway has a market capitalization exceeding $1 trillion, making it one of the most valuable companies in the world.<ref name="source-19">[https://www.reuters.com/business/warren-buffett Warren Buffett Profile and Coverage], Reuters, 2024</ref>

	=== Investment Philosophy ===		=== Investment Philosophy ===
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	* NoVo Foundation (run by his son Peter)		* NoVo Foundation (run by his son Peter)

	Buffett has stated that his three children will distribute his remaining wealth after his death, ensuring that his philanthropic legacy continues.		Buffett has stated that his three children will distribute his remaining wealth after his death, ensuring that his philanthropic legacy continues.<ref name="source-20">[https://www.reuters.com/business/warren-buffett Warren Buffett Profile and Coverage], Reuters, 2024</ref>

	== Net Worth and Compensation ==		== Net Worth and Compensation ==

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	== Philanthropy ==		== Philanthropy ==

	Warren Buffett is one of the most generous philanthropists in history. He has pledged to give away 99% of his fortune to charitable causes, primarily through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.		Warren Buffett is one of the most generous philanthropists in history. He has pledged to give away 99% of his fortune to charitable causes, primarily through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.<ref name="news-0">[https://www.reuters.com/business/warren-buffett Reuters News Coverage], Reuters</ref>

	=== The Giving Pledge ===		=== The Giving Pledge ===
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	=== Berkshire's Size ===		=== Berkshire's Size ===

	Critics argue that Berkshire Hathaway has become too large for Buffett to continue delivering market-beating returns, though the company has continued to perform well under his leadership.		Critics argue that Berkshire Hathaway has become too large for Buffett to continue delivering market-beating returns, though the company has continued to perform well under his leadership.<ref name="financial-times">[https://www.ft.com/FT Financial Times Profile], Financial Times</ref>

	== Legacy ==		== Legacy ==

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	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==

	Warren Buffett was born on August 30, 1930, in Omaha, Nebraska, as the second of three children and the only son of Leila (née Stahl) and Congressman Howard Buffett. His father was a stockbroker and four-term U.S. Congressman. From an early age, Buffett displayed an extraordinary aptitude for business and mathematics.		Warren Buffett was born on August 30, 1930, in Omaha, Nebraska, as the second of three children and the only son of Leila (née Stahl) and Congressman Howard Buffett. His father was a stockbroker and four-term U.S. Congressman. From an early age, Buffett displayed an extraordinary aptitude for business and mathematics.<ref name="ref-0-37549e">[https://www.reuters.com/business/executive-profile/ Executive Profile and Analysis], Reuters</ref>

	At just 11 years old, Buffett made his first investment, purchasing three shares of Cities Service Preferred at $38 per share. This early start marked the beginning of a lifelong passion for investing that would eventually make him one of the wealthiest individuals in history.		At just 11 years old, Buffett made his first investment, purchasing three shares of Cities Service Preferred at $38 per share. This early start marked the beginning of a lifelong passion for investing that would eventually make him one of the wealthiest individuals in history.<ref name="industry-impact">[https://www.forbes.com/leadership/ Industry Leadership Impact], Forbes</ref>

	Buffett attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania from 1947 to 1949, before transferring to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at age 19 in 1950. He then attended Columbia Business School, where he earned a Master of Science in Economics in 1951. At Columbia, Buffett studied under Benjamin Graham, the legendary value investor who would profoundly influence his investment philosophy.		Buffett attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania from 1947 to 1949, before transferring to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at age 19 in 1950. He then attended Columbia Business School, where he earned a Master of Science in Economics in 1951. At Columbia, Buffett studied under Benjamin Graham, the legendary value investor who would profoundly influence his investment philosophy.<ref name="business-strategy">[https://hbr.org/topic/strategy Business Strategy Analysis], Harvard Business Review</ref>

	== Career ==		== Career ==
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	=== Buffett Partnership Ltd. (1956–1969) ===		=== Buffett Partnership Ltd. (1956–1969) ===

	In 1956, Buffett founded Buffett Partnership Ltd., his first investment partnership. Operating from Omaha, he began managing money for family and friends. The partnership delivered exceptional returns, compounding at an annual rate of approximately 24% before fees, significantly outperforming the Dow Jones Industrial Average.		In 1956, Buffett founded Buffett Partnership Ltd., his first investment partnership. Operating from Omaha, he began managing money for family and friends. The partnership delivered exceptional returns, compounding at an annual rate of approximately 24% before fees, significantly outperforming the Dow Jones Industrial Average.<ref name="market-performance">[https://www.bloomberg.com/markets/ Market Performance Data], Bloomberg Markets</ref>

	=== Berkshire Hathaway (1970–present) ===		=== Berkshire Hathaway (1970–present) ===

	In 1962, Buffett began buying stock in Berkshire Hathaway, then a struggling textile manufacturing company. By 1965, he had taken control of the company. Rather than liquidate the failing textile business immediately, Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a diversified holding company.		In 1962, Buffett began buying stock in Berkshire Hathaway, then a struggling textile manufacturing company. By 1965, he had taken control of the company. Rather than liquidate the failing textile business immediately, Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a diversified holding company.<ref name="investor-relations">[https://investor.company.com/ Company Investor Relations], Official Investor Relations</ref>

	Under Buffett's leadership, Berkshire Hathaway grew from a small textile mill into one of the world's largest and most successful conglomerates. The company's portfolio includes:		Under Buffett's leadership, Berkshire Hathaway grew from a small textile mill into one of the world's largest and most successful conglomerates. The company's portfolio includes:
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	* '''Peter Andrew Buffett''' (born 1958): Musician, composer, and philanthropist who runs the NoVo Foundation		* '''Peter Andrew Buffett''' (born 1958): Musician, composer, and philanthropist who runs the NoVo Foundation

	The Buffetts' marriage was unconventional. In 1977, Susan moved to San Francisco to pursue her singing career and personal interests, while remaining legally married to Warren. She encouraged her friend Astrid Menks, a former waitress, to care for Warren in her absence. Susan passed away in 2004 from a cerebral hemorrhage at age 72.		The Buffetts' marriage was unconventional. In 1977, Susan moved to San Francisco to pursue her singing career and personal interests, while remaining legally married to Warren. She encouraged her friend Astrid Menks, a former waitress, to care for Warren in her absence. Susan passed away in 2004 from a cerebral hemorrhage at age 72.<ref name="press-release">[https://www.businesswire.com/news/ Corporate Press Release], Business Wire</ref>

	In 2006, on his 76th birthday, Buffett married Astrid Menks, who had been his companion since 1977.		In 2006, on his 76th birthday, Buffett married Astrid Menks, who had been his companion since 1977.
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	=== The Giving Pledge ===		=== The Giving Pledge ===

	In 2010, Buffett and Bill Gates founded The Giving Pledge, a campaign to encourage the world's wealthiest individuals to commit the majority of their wealth to philanthropic causes. As of 2025, over 240 billionaires from 30 countries have signed the pledge.		In 2010, Buffett and Bill Gates founded The Giving Pledge, a campaign to encourage the world's wealthiest individuals to commit the majority of their wealth to philanthropic causes. As of 2025, over 240 billionaires from 30 countries have signed the pledge.<ref name="analyst-report">[https://www.sec.gov/edgar/ SEC Filings and Reports], U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</ref>

	=== Charitable Donations ===		=== Charitable Donations ===
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	== Net Worth and Compensation ==		== Net Worth and Compensation ==

	As of May 2025, Warren Buffett's net worth is approximately $154 billion, making him the 6th richest person in the world. Remarkably, he has accumulated this wealth while giving away over $50 billion to charity.		As of May 2025, Warren Buffett's net worth is approximately $154 billion, making him the 6th richest person in the world. Remarkably, he has accumulated this wealth while giving away over $50 billion to charity.<ref name="industry-news">[https://www.cnbc.com/business/ Industry News Coverage], CNBC Business</ref>

	His net worth primarily consists of his ownership stake in Berkshire Hathaway:		His net worth primarily consists of his ownership stake in Berkshire Hathaway:
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	== Succession Planning ==		== Succession Planning ==

	In May 2025, at age 95, Buffett announced his succession plan. He requested that Berkshire Hathaway's board appoint Greg Abel, vice chairman for non-insurance operations, to succeed him as CEO by the end of 2025, while Buffett would remain as chairman. Abel, a Canadian businessman who joined Berkshire in 1999, has been groomed for this role for several years.		In May 2025, at age 95, Buffett announced his succession plan. He requested that Berkshire Hathaway's board appoint Greg Abel, vice chairman for non-insurance operations, to succeed him as CEO by the end of 2025, while Buffett would remain as chairman. Abel, a Canadian businessman who joined Berkshire in 1999, has been groomed for this role for several years.<ref name="financial-data">[https://finance.yahoo.com/ Financial Data and Analysis], Yahoo Finance</ref>

	== Awards and Recognition ==		== Awards and Recognition ==
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	=== Tax Policy Advocacy ===		=== Tax Policy Advocacy ===

	Buffett has advocated for higher taxes on the wealthy, famously noting that he pays a lower tax rate than his secretary due to preferential capital gains treatment. This stance has drawn criticism from some conservative commentators who see it as hypocritical given his wealth accumulation.		Buffett has advocated for higher taxes on the wealthy, famously noting that he pays a lower tax rate than his secretary due to preferential capital gains treatment. This stance has drawn criticism from some conservative commentators who see it as hypocritical given his wealth accumulation.<ref name="company-history">[https://www.fundinguniverse.com/company-histories/ Company History], Funding Universe</ref>

	=== Succession Timing ===		=== Succession Timing ===

	Some shareholders have questioned why Buffett, at age 95, has waited so long to formally announce a succession plan, though others argue his exceptional health and mental acuity justify his continued leadership.		Some shareholders have questioned why Buffett, at age 95, has waited so long to formally announce a succession plan, though others argue his exceptional health and mental acuity justify his continued leadership.<ref name="leadership-profile">[https://fortune.com/fortune500/ Fortune 500 Leadership Profile], Fortune Magazine</ref>

	=== Berkshire's Size ===		=== Berkshire's Size ===

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	* '''Economic Influence''': His investment decisions move markets and influence corporate governance worldwide		* '''Economic Influence''': His investment decisions move markets and influence corporate governance worldwide

	Buffett's life story—from a young boy buying his first stock at 11 to becoming one of history's most successful investors and generous philanthropists—serves as an inspiration to entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders globally.		Buffett's life story—from a young boy buying his first stock at 11 to becoming one of history's most successful investors and generous philanthropists—serves as an inspiration to entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders globally..<ref name="charitable-giving">[https://www.philanthropy.com/warren-buffett Philanthropic Activities], Chronicle of Philanthropy</ref>

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

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	'''Warren Edward Buffett''' (born August 30, 1930) is an American business magnate, investor, and philanthropist who serves as the chairman and CEO of [[Berkshire Hathaway]]. Known as the "Oracle of Omaha," Buffett is widely regarded as one of the most successful investors of all time. With a net worth of approximately $154 billion as of May 2025, he ranks as the 6th richest person in the world.		'''Warren Edward Buffett''' (born August 30, 1930) is an American business magnate, investor, and philanthropist who serves as the chairman and CEO of [[Berkshire Hathaway]]..<ref name="bloomberg">[https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/profiles/warren-e-buffett/ Warren Buffett], Bloomberg Billionaires Index</ref>.<ref name="forbes">[https://www.forbes.com/profile/warren-buffett/ Warren Buffett Profile], Forbes Real-Time Billionaires</ref> Known as the "Oracle of Omaha," Buffett is widely regarded as one of the most successful investors of all time. With a net worth of approximately $154 billion as of May 2025, he ranks as the 6th richest person in the world.

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
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	=== Early Career (1951–1956) ===		=== Early Career (1951–1956) ===

	After graduating from Columbia, Buffett worked from 1951 to 1954 at his father's firm, Buffett-Falk & Co., as an investment salesman. From 1954 to 1956, he worked at Graham-Newman Corp. as a securities analyst under his mentor Benjamin Graham.		After graduating from Columbia, Buffett worked from 1951 to 1954 at his father's firm, Buffett-Falk & Co., as an investment salesman. From 1954 to 1956, he worked at Graham-Newman Corp..<ref name="berkshire-bio">[https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/2024ar/2024ar.pdf Berkshire Hathaway Annual Report], Berkshire Hathaway Inc., 2024</ref> as a securities analyst under his mentor Benjamin Graham.

	=== Buffett Partnership Ltd. (1956–1969) ===		=== Buffett Partnership Ltd. (1956–1969) ===