Warren Buffett

1930–present · investing, value investing, business analysis

Warren Buffett (born 1930) is an American investor, business magnate, and philanthropist, widely considered the most successful investor of the 20th century. As chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, he built his fortune through value investing principles, buying undervalued companies with strong fundamentals for the long term. He is known for his frugal lifestyle, profound wit, and commitment to giving away over 99% of his wealth through the Giving Pledge.

Notable Works

• Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholder Letters (1965–present)
• The Superinvestors of Graham-and-Doddsville (1984 speech)
• The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham (preface and champion)
• Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits by Philip Fisher (influence)
• Security Analysis by Benjamin Graham & David Dodd (foundational text)
• Various CNBC Interviews & Appearances
• University of Nebraska & Columbia Business School Talks
• The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life (biography by Alice Schroeder)

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