This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Too Big to Fail: The Inside Story of How Wall Street and Washington Fought to Save the Financial System - and Themselves
In just 10 minutes, explore Andrew Ross Sorkin's definitive account of the 2008 financial crisis that nearly destroyed the global economy. This capsule version distills the high-stakes drama of Wall Street's darkest days, when financial titans and government officials scrambled to prevent total collapse.
Journey behind closed doors as CEOs of Lehman Brothers, AIG, Goldman Sachs, and JP Morgan faced the unthinkable. Witness Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke, and NY Fed President Timothy Geithner orchestrate unprecedented government intervention to save the financial system.
This summary captures the essential story of hubris, risk, and the complex interconnections that made these institutions "too big to fail." Understand how subprime mortgages, complex derivatives, and regulatory failures created a perfect storm that threatened the entire economy.
The audio distills the core insights and essential lessons, cutting out the fluff and saving you hours. You'll grasp the key decisions, personalities, and systemic issues that defined this pivotal moment in economic history.
If you've read the book before, it's a great way to revisit and reinforce what matters most. For newcomers, it provides crucial context for understanding today's financial landscape and the reforms implemented after the crisis.
This version gives you all the practical takeaways you need to start taking action right away. Learn how risk management, regulatory oversight, and understanding financial interdependence remain vital lessons for investors, business leaders, and policymakers today.
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Too Big to Fail: The Inside Story of How Wall Street and Washington Fought to Save the Financial System - and Themselves
In just 10 minutes, explore Andrew Ross Sorkin's definitive account of the 2008 financial crisis that nearly destroyed the global economy. This capsule version distills the high-stakes drama of Wall Street's darkest days, when financial titans and government officials scrambled to prevent total collapse.
Journey behind closed doors as CEOs of Lehman Brothers, AIG, Goldman Sachs, and JP Morgan faced the unthinkable. Witness Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke, and NY Fed President Timothy Geithner orchestrate unprecedented government intervention to save the financial system.
This summary captures the essential story of hubris, risk, and the complex interconnections that made these institutions "too big to fail." Understand how subprime mortgages, complex derivatives, and regulatory failures created a perfect storm that threatened the entire economy.
The audio distills the core insights and essential lessons, cutting out the fluff and saving you hours. You'll grasp the key decisions, personalities, and systemic issues that defined this pivotal moment in economic history.
If you've read the book before, it's a great way to revisit and reinforce what matters most. For newcomers, it provides crucial context for understanding today's financial landscape and the reforms implemented after the crisis.
This version gives you all the practical takeaways you need to start taking action right away. Learn how risk management, regulatory oversight, and understanding financial interdependence remain vital lessons for investors, business leaders, and policymakers today.
Too Big to Fail by Andrew Ross Sorkin: Key Takeaways, Summary & Analysis
Too Big to Fail by Andrew Ross Sorkin: Key Takeaways, Summary & Analysis
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940193197942 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Brairwood Publishing LLC |
| Publication date: | 05/01/2025 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
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