Warren Buffett Retirement Keeps Berkshire Stock

Warren Buffett retirement, announced in a Thanksgiving letter published Nov. 10, 2025, confirmed he will step down as Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A, BRK-B) CEO at year-end 2025 while retaining his Class A stock and continuing to write annual letters to reassure investors.

Retirement and Succession Plans

Buffett confirmed he will retire as Berkshire Hathaway CEO at the end of 2025. In his Thanksgiving letter, he addressed investor concerns about succession and stability, affirming that a succession plan is in place and expressing confidence in the company’s future leadership. No official SEC 8-K filing or Berkshire press release confirming the timeline or naming a successor had been posted as of Nov. 10, 2025, 16:45 ET.

Stock Retention and Shareholder Communication

Buffett said he will retain his Berkshire Hathaway Class A stock and will not sell a significant portion until investors are comfortable with his successor. He also pledged to continue writing annual shareholder letters after stepping down. The letter included personal reflections on his career, his longtime friendship with Charlie Munger, and Omaha’s influence on Berkshire’s culture. Buffett described Munger as “the architect” and himself as “the general contractor.” The letter did not provide any financial guidance or changes to Berkshire’s operating outlook. Buffett framed his decision to keep shares and maintain communication as steps to ensure stability during the leadership transition.

“I will retain my Berkshire shares and continue writing my annual letter, at least until investors are comfortable with the transition,” Buffett wrote.