Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion
Overview
Jérôme Kerviel, the infamous trader responsible for concealing €50 billion in unauthorized trades at a prominent global bank, takes center stage in this gripping exposé. Alongside his former bosses, Kerviel unravels the intricate web of deception that led to one of the largest financial scandals in history. With firsthand accounts and insider perspectives, the series delves into the motivations, pressures, and systemic failures that enabled such monumental risk-taking, offering a compelling look at the high-stakes world of finance and its vulnerabilities.
Episodes
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1
Just One Man
On January 24, 2008, Société Générale, a French bank, reveals an unexpected loss of €4.9 billion, prompting an inquiry into the actions of trade...
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2
Delta One
Upon uncovering €50 billion in concealed trades, the bank enlists an expert to liquidate the assets and prevent an impending market collapse.
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3
The Idol
With impending charges hanging over him, Kerviel boldly criticizes the system he argues fostered his high-stakes trading behavior. He seizes the oppor...
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4
And Yet, It Governs Us
In the aftermath of his trial, Kerviel's situation uncovers significant weaknesses within the international financial system as additional testimonies...
