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Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s partner and ‘abominable no-man,’ dies at 99

As Berkshire Hathaway vice chairman, his sharp wit dazzled generations of investors

Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s partner and ‘abominable no-man,’ dies at 99
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No equal business partner has ever played second fiddle better than Charlie Munger.

Warren Buffett’s closest friend and consigliere for six decades, the billionaire vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway died 28 November at age 99 in a California hospital. A news release from Berkshire confirmed his death.

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