94岁巴菲特年底退休！首次明确批评贸易战：美国不应该“将贸易当作武器”

Group 1 - Warren Buffett criticized the U.S. government's trade policies, stating that using trade as a weapon is a significant mistake, especially in the context of the ongoing trade war [2][4] - Berkshire Hathaway reported a net profit of $4.603 billion for Q1, a substantial decline of 64% year-over-year, with investment losses amounting to $5.038 billion (approximately 366.33 million RMB) compared to a profit of $1.48 billion in the same period last year [2] - Buffett emphasized the importance of international trade, advocating for collaboration where countries focus on their strengths [3] Group 2 - Buffett announced his plan to retire by the end of the year, recommending Greg Abel, the vice chairman of non-insurance operations, as his successor, marking the first new CEO appointment since 1970 [4] - Abel has been taking on greater responsibilities since 2018, overseeing various subsidiaries, and investors are optimistic about his management capabilities, although his performance in cash investments remains to be seen [4] Group 3 - Buffett shared career advice, suggesting that young people should prioritize finding a job they enjoy over salary concerns, as passion leads to longevity in a career [5][6] - He highlighted the significance of surrounding oneself with successful individuals, as this influences personal growth and direction in life [7]