Buffett's final wisdom: Trade, AI, and the Berkshire legacy

Beyond the succession drama and the billions in cash, the Berkshire meeting is always a chance to glean wisdom from Warren Buffett on broader issues. This year, his comments on trade, technology, and corporate governance offered plenty of food for thought, alongside the unique spectacle that is the AGM itself. Trade wars? Bad idea. Buffett didn't pull any punches when it came to the rising tide of tariffs and protectionism. "Trade should not be a weapon," he declared, arguing that the US and the world are better off when prosperity is shared. He warned against designing a world where only a few countries "win". It's a classic, common-

This article was originally published on May 04, 2025.