Here is a brief history of Warren Buffett

Early life

Born: 30 August 1930, Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Interested in business and investment since childhood – bought first stock at the age of 11

At a young age, he did many small businesses like selling newspapers, gum and Coca-Cola

Education: Studied economics from Columbia University, where he learned value investing from Benjamin Graham

Start of investment career

1956: Buffett Partnership Ltd. Started an investment firm named Berkshire Hathaway

1965: Acquired textile company Berkshire Hathaway and turned it into an investment holding company

Through Berkshire, he invested in many successful companies – Coca-Cola, American Express, GEICO, Apple etc

Investment Strategy

Value Investing: He invests in companies that are undervalued by the market

Long-term view: He prefers stocks that can be held for years

Simple Business Model: He avoids complex businesses and chooses models that make sense

Achievements and Recognition

Known as the “Oracle of Omaha”

Among the richest people in the world

Simple lifestyle – still lives in an old house and lives cheaply

He has pledged to donate a large part of his wealth – under The Giving Pledge

Current Position

Chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway

Still active and an inspiration in the investment world

Charlie Munger (now deceased) His longtime business partner are