Warren Buffett, the 95-year-old chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, has revealed that he remains actively involved in investment decisions at the conglomerate despite stepping down as CEO at the beginning of 2026. In a recent CNBC interview, Buffett stated that he still comes into the office daily and contributes to investment decisions, though he emphasized that his role is now more limited. He also disclosed that he recently made a "tiny" new purchase for Berkshire, though he did not provide details.
Buffett praised his successor, Greg Abel, calling him "embarrassingly good" at running the company. He noted that Abel handles a broader range of responsibilities than he ever did, even at his peak. Buffett also mentioned that Abel now fields calls from businesses seeking acquisitions, a role that Buffett previously dominated. Despite his reduced involvement, Buffett said he still helps identify potential investments but defers to Abel on final decisions.
In addition to his investment activities, Buffett revealed that Berkshire purchased $17 billion worth of U.S. Treasury bills this week. As of the end of 2025, Berkshire held more than $370 billion in cash equivalents, primarily in Treasury bills. The company has also been trimming its stakes in major holdings like Apple, Bank of America, and Amazon.
Buffett downplayed recent market volatility, comparing it to past downturns that presented major buying opportunities. He suggested that current conditions do not warrant significant action. He also noted that he will no longer speak at Berkshire's annual shareholder meeting, a role that will now be handled by Abel.