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Warren Buffett stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman

Warren Buffett announced he is stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, becoming chairman emeritus while remaining on the board. His son, Howard Buffett, will become chairman under a longstanding succession plan, after Greg Abel previously took over as CEO.

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Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman

Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after more than 50 years, becoming chairman emeritus. His son Howard will become the new chairman, while Greg Abel remains CEO after Buffett stepped down from that role last year. The article includes a statement from Abel praising Buffett's impact and the culture he built at Berkshire.

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Bank of Japan Raises Rates, Making U.S. Less Alluring for Tokyo Investors

The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the highest level since 1995, and signaled further increases. The move could make U.S. assets less attractive to Japanese investors, who hold roughly $2.5 trillion in U.S. stocks, bonds, and other financial assets.

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