Warren Buffett's Life Achievements

Warren Buffett showed early business talent selling newspapers as a child.At age 11, he bought his first stock, starting his legendary journey.

Buffett turned Berkshire Hathaway from a textile mill into a global empire.His leadership grew the company’s stock and investor trust worldwide.

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Buffett became a billionaire in 1985 through disciplined investing. As of 2025, his net worth stands at an estimated $156 billion.

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Buffett made iconic investments in Apple, Coca-Cola, and GEICO. His 1988 Coca-Cola buy remains one of his most profitable.

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Not all bets won—Dexter Shoe became a costly mistake. Buffett calls buying Berkshire “his dumbest investment” early on.

Buffett pledged to give away most of his fortune to charity. He co-founded The Giving Pledge to inspire billionaire philanthropy

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Buffett still lives in the modest Omaha home he bought in 1958. His simple lifestyle reflects his values despite immense wealth.

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