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“I mean, you may be very mad at some guy that walked away with a huge golden parachute, but that really isn't the important thing.”

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Warren Buffett, born on August 30, 1930, is a renowned investor. Known as the 'Oracle of Omaha,' he is the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, a diversified holding company involved in insurance, railroads, energy, finance, and more. Buffett's investment philosophy emphasizes value investing, and he is known for his long-term investment and stable investment strategies. more

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