Berkshire’s board doesn’t see Buffett’s successor ‘as a CEO in waiting,’ lead director says. ‘He’s taking on the leadership capacity right now’

• Berkshire Hathaway lead director Sue Decker says Buffett’s heir apparent, Greg Abel, has been embraced by the board and has been taking on a bigger leadership role. Berkshire hosts its annual shareholders meeting this weekend, and Buffett could speak on tariffs for the first time since Trump's “Liberation Day” announcement.

Berkshire Hathaway lead director Sue Decker said the heir to CEO Warren Buffett’s throne is already transitioning into the top spot. 

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