economy
January 17, 2026
Warren Buffett on parenting, horse betting and why he stopped talking politics
Warren Buffett and Becky Quick covered a wide variety of topics in the interviews that aired in a two-hour special on CNBC.
TL;DR
- Buffett is seeking a large acquisition for Berkshire Hathaway, whose cash pile is nearing $400 billion.
- Greg Abel has been named the new CEO, a decision Buffett and the board made swiftly.
- Buffett shared insights on Berkshire's future, expecting it to expand and adapt over the next century.
- He reflected on his career, stating he's had immense fun running Berkshire and values learning and kindness.
- Buffett explained his reduced public commentary on politics, citing the tribalism and potential negative impact on Berkshire employees and shareholders.
- His children are tasked with deciding how to distribute his wealth after his death.
- He advised against using sarcasm with children and emphasized the importance of being kinder in the latter half of life.
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