US Top News and Analysis | Berkshire Hathaway’s shopping extravaganza draws lighter crowds as spotlight shifts to Greg Abel
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At the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha on May 1, 2026, the “Berkshire Bazaar of Bargains” filled a 20,000‑square‑foot hall with fan‑favorite merchandise—from Warren Buffett‑themed gear and See’s Candies chocolate coins to special‑edition items from subsidiaries such as BNSF Railway, NetJets, GEICO and Brooks Running. While crowds were noticeably thinner than in previous years, the event shifted focus from 95‑year‑old chairman Warren Buffett to CEO Greg Abel, who toured every booth, greeted shareholders, and even helped design a new Squishmallow plush. Highlights included Squishmallows celebrating Abel’s Canadian roots and love of hockey, See’s Candies displays with themed chocolate treats, and a Brooks Running 2026 special‑edition shoe, with nearly 2,000 shareholders slated to run a “Invest in Yourself” 5K the following morning.
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