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Lehman Brothers: The Collapse That Shook the World

Lehman Brothers: The Collapse That Shook the World

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 This inside account chronicles Lehman Brothers' dramatic downfall in 2008—the largest bankruptcy in history—which triggered global panic and a deep recession. Driven by risky investments, high leverage, and failed rescue talks, the 158-year-old Wall Street giant's collapse exposed systemic weaknesses and ignited a crisis that devastated markets, businesses, and millions of lives worldwide.

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