Warren Buffett Trails S&P 500 In Final Year As Berkshire CEO — Here's His 25-Year Scorecard

Core Insights - Warren Buffett has officially stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Inc, concluding a long tenure that has seen significant market performance [1] - In 2025, Berkshire Hathaway's stock increased by 11.5%, while the S&P 500 saw a higher gain of 16.6%, marking a disappointing year for Buffett in his final leadership year [2][3] Performance Comparison - Over the last 25 years, Berkshire Hathaway outperformed the S&P 500 in 13 years, while the S&P 500 outperformed in 12 years [4] - The average return for Berkshire Hathaway over the past 25 years is 11.1%, compared to 10.3% for the S&P 500 [6] Recent Developments - Berkshire Hathaway made notable acquisitions in 2025, including stakes in UnitedHealth Group and Alphabet Inc, which will be closely monitored by investors for future actions [7] - Greg Abel has taken over as the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, and investors are keen to see any new holdings under his leadership [6]