Warren Buffett is an American investor, business tycoon, and philanthropist, widely regarded as one of the most successful investors in the world. He is the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, a multinational conglomerate holding company. Buffett is known for his value investing strategy, which focuses on buying undervalued companies with strong fundamentals. Born on August 30, 1930, in Omaha, Nebraska, Buffett displayed an early interest in business and investing. He has a reputation for his frugality and straightforward approach to investing. Buffett is also known for his commitment to philanthropy, having pledged to give away the majority of his wealth through the Giving Pledge.