Who is Warren Buffett?
Warren Buffett is a well-known American businessman, philanthropist, and investor. He was born on August 30, 1930, in Omaha, Nebraska, and is currently 91 years old. He is one of the richest people in the world, with an estimated net worth of over €69.89 billion.
How?
Buffett started investing at the age of 11 and made his first stock purchase when he was 13 years old. He invested in several businesses and acquired shares over the years. Some popular businesses he owns or has owned include Coca-Cola, American Express, and IBM.
Buffett is known for his value investing strategy, in which he looks for undervalued companies with strong potential for growth and holds onto them for the long haul. He also advocates for investing in low-cost index funds as a way for the average person to invest in the stock market.
Why?
Buffett’s success as an investor and businessman has led to him becoming a prominent voice in the world of finance and economics. He has written several books on investing, including « The Essays of Warren Buffett: Lessons for Corporate America » and « The Intelligent Investor » (by Benjamin Graham, annotated by Warren Buffett).
Buffett is also well-known for his philanthropic efforts, giving away billions of dollars to charities and foundations through his company, Berkshire Hathaway. He has pledged to give away at least 99% of his wealth during his lifetime or at death.
Where?
As of the current date, Buffett remains an active investor and businessman. He is the CEO and chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, a conglomerate that owns several companies in various industries such as insurance, retail, and energy.
Buffett is based in Omaha, Nebraska, where he has lived most of his life. However, he is also known for his travels and public appearances, often speaking at conferences and events.
Who?
Other people, situations, things, and materials related to Warren Buffett include:
– Charlie Munger: Buffett’s business partner and Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway.
– Berkshire Hathaway: Buffett’s holding company, which owns several subsidiary companies and has a market capitalization of over 0 billion.
– The Giving Pledge: A commitment made by Buffett, along with Bill and Melinda Gates, to encourage billionaires to donate the majority of their wealth to philanthropic causes.
– The Oracle of Omaha: A nickname given to Buffett due to his successful investing track record and his hometown of Omaha.
