Berkshire Hathaway’s shopping extravaganza draws lighter crowds as spotlight shifts to Greg Abel
The annual Berkshire Hathaway shopping event, known as the 'Berkshire Bazaar of Bargains,' saw lighter crowds this year compared to previous years. This shift coincides with Warren Buffett stepping back from the main Q&A session, with CEO Greg Abel now taking center stage. Abel toured the exhibit hall, engaging with employees and shareholders, signaling a transition in leadership.
- ▪The Berkshire Bazaar of Bargains featured merchandise from Berkshire subsidiaries but had noticeably thinner crowds this year.
- ▪Warren Buffett, 95, is no longer expected to headline the main Q&A session as he has in past years.
- ▪Greg Abel, who became CEO in 2026, visited every booth in the exhibit hall and interacted with shareholders.
- ▪Lines formed around Abel as he moved through the hall, reflecting shareholder interest in the new CEO.
- ▪The event marks a shift in focus from Buffett to Abel as Berkshire Hathaway transitions to new leadership.
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OMAHA, Nebraska — At the cavernous exhibit hall inside CHI Health Center Omaha, the annual "Berkshire Bazaar of Bargains" is still stocked with fan-favorite deals, just with a bit more breathing room this year.The 20,000-square-foot shopping event tied to Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting features its usual lineup: Warren Buffett-themed gear from Brooks Sports and chocolate coins from See's Candies, alongside merchandise from dozens of subsidiaries. But unlike past years, lines were shorter and the crowds noticeably thinner.The event came as Buffett, the 95-year-old chairman who has defined the gathering for decades, is no longer expected to headline the marquee Q&A session in the same way, ceding the spotlight to Greg Abel, who took over as CEO at the beginning of 2026.
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