About
Warren E. Buffett has been a director and the controlling shareholder of Berkshire Hathaway since 1965 and its Chairman since 1970. He served as Berkshire's Chief Executive Officer from 1970 through the end of 2025, when Gregory Abel succeeded him, and he continues as Chairman of the Board. Mr. Buffett owns Berkshire shares representing approximately 30.0% of the voting interest and 13.7% of the economic interest, and is deemed to be the company's controlling shareholder. His annual salary has been $100,000 for more than 40 years.
Roles
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Chairman of the Board · Current role
1965–present
Berkshire Hathaway
Chief Executive Officer
1970-2025
Fixed Compensation
FY 2025Salary
100000
All Other Compensation
289488
DescriptionCosts of personal and home security services provided for Mr. Buffett and paid by Berkshire.
Performance Compensation
Also at Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
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