How much is Warren Buffett Worth? Warren Buffett Net Worth in 2026

By the Alux Research Team. How we estimate net worth

Warren Buffett’s net worth is estimated at $162.25 billion as of October 2026. Warren Buffett is an American investor, philanthropist and longtime head of Berkshire Hathaway, with the latest development being handing the CEO role at Berkshire Hathaway to Greg Abel on 1 January 2026.

Net worth	$162.25 billion (estimate, October 2026)
Estimated annual income	Mainly from his Berkshire Hathaway holdings
Born	30 August 1930, Omaha, Nebraska (age 96)
Country	United States
Occupations	Investor, businessman, philanthropist
Known for	Berkshire Hathaway; the Giving Pledge

How much is Warren Buffett worth in 2026?

Warren Buffett’s net worth is estimated at $162.25 billion. His large ownership of Berkshire Hathaway shares, which he built over decades. He has pledged to give away 99 percent of his fortune, so his wealth changes as shares are donated. Estimates vary. Net worth estimates are approximate and differ between sources.

Warren Buffett in 2026: what they’ve been up to

• 1 January 2026: Greg Abel became president and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, with Buffett remaining chairman.
• 2025: Announced Abel as his successor, having asked the board in May to appoint him.
• June 2025: Donated $6 billion in Berkshire shares to five foundations.
• Ongoing: Has given more than $60 billion to charity, and pledged to give away 99 percent of his wealth.

How Warren Buffett makes money

• Berkshire Hathaway: his core holding, which he took control of in 1965 when it was a textile maker.
• Investment returns: decades of compounding through Berkshire’s insurance, rail, energy and equity holdings.
• Early partnerships: returns from the investment partnerships he began running in 1956.
• Philanthropy: large gifts of shares reduce his holdings over time.

Career timeline

1. 1951 to 1954: Worked at his father’s firm, Buffett-Falk & Co.
2. 1954 to 1956: Securities analyst at Graham-Newman Corp.
3. 1956: Created Buffett Partnership Ltd.
4. 1965: Took control of Berkshire Hathaway.
5. 1970: Became chairman and CEO.
6. 1978: Charlie Munger joined as vice-chairman.
7. 2010: Co-founded the Giving Pledge with Bill Gates and signed it in December.
8. 2022: Gave $750 million in Berkshire shares to family foundations.
9. 2025: Announced Greg Abel as his successor and donated $6 billion in shares.
10. 2026: Abel became CEO on 1 January.

Awards and notable work

Warren Buffett is regarded by many as one of the most successful investors in the world, and is the chairman and largest shareholder of Berkshire Hathaway. He earned a Master of Science in Economics at Columbia Business School and later attended the New York Institute of Finance. He signed the Giving Pledge in December 2010 and has pledged 99 percent of his wealth to charity.

Early life and background

Warren Buffett was born in Omaha, Nebraska, the second of three children of Leila and Congressman Howard Buffett. The family moved to Washington, D.C. in 1942 after his father was elected to Congress. He showed business instincts early, selling chewing gum, Coca-Cola bottles and magazines door to door, delivering newspapers and working in his grandfather’s grocery store. At 11 he bought his first shares, and by the end of college he had saved $9,800. After Harvard Business School rejected him, he earned a Master of Science in Economics at Columbia Business School.

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Warren Buffett net worth FAQ

What is Warren Buffett’s net worth?

Warren Buffett’s net worth is estimated at $162.25 billion as of October 2026. Estimates vary, so treat the figure as approximate.

How does Warren Buffett make money?

Warren Buffett makes money from his large ownership of Berkshire Hathaway shares and investments, and is giving most of it away through donations.

How old is Warren Buffett?

Warren Buffett is 96 years old. Warren Buffett was born on 30 August 1930.

Where is Warren Buffett from?

Warren Buffett was born in Omaha, Nebraska and is a citizen of the United States.

What is Warren Buffett doing now?

Greg Abel took over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on 1 January 2026, and Buffett continues his philanthropy.

How is Warren Buffett’s net worth estimated?

The figure is an approximation based on public reporting, company valuations, and deal and earnings figures. It changes as new information emerges.

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How we estimate net worth

Our estimates are based on public reporting, company valuations, and deal and earnings figures all compiled in an internal valuation model. They are approximate, and figures change over time as new information emerges.

Last updated: October 2026.