Buffett's cancer draws attention to his health but investors seem to trust him on succession
Star Tribune Saturday 5th May, 2012
OMAHA, Neb. - Warren Buffett worked to reassure shareholders that he's feeling good after his recent prostate cancer diagnosis, and that Berkshire Hathaway is ready to replace the revered 81-year-old investor when the need arises. Based on the questions Buffett got from the crowd of more than 30,000 at the company's annual meeting in Omaha on Saturday, Berkshire shareholders are taking him at his word. Despite the fact that Buffett just disclos...
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