Which company, led by Warren Buffett, is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska?

Berkshire Hathaway, led for decades by Warren Buffett, is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.

The modern Berkshire Hathaway emerged after Buffett’s investment partnership acquired control of the struggling textile manufacturer in the 1960s. Buffett eventually shifted the company away from textiles and toward insurance, investments, and ownership of operating businesses.

Berkshire’s major businesses have included GEICO, BNSF Railway, Berkshire Hathaway Energy, and numerous manufacturing, retail, and service companies. Its large public-equity portfolio has also made the company a closely watched participant in global market-capitalization rankings.

Berkshire is often described as an investment company, but it is a diversified holding company with substantial operating subsidiaries. Warren Buffett served as chief executive for many years, while Greg Abel was designated as his successor. Berkshire’s Class A shares are famous for their unusually high per-share price.