Raoul Pal: "Amazing read. Financial book of the year."
Michael Mauboussin: "Amazing book about human nature"
Alexis Ohanian: "An incredible story.... If you need some billionaires to despise -- look no further than these charlatans."
Anthony Pompliano: "Just finished reading the book Billon Dollar Whale. Worth checking out"
"Billion Dollar Whale" by Tom Wright is a gripping true story that unveils the audacious and extravagant life of Jho Low, a young Malaysian businessman. Alongside his accomplices, Low masterminded one of the largest financial frauds in history, involving the theft of billions from the Malaysian government's sovereign wealth fund, 1MDB.
Through meticulous investigative journalism, Wright exposes the web of greed, excess, and corruption that ensnared politicians, businessmen, and celebrities from around the world. Drawing from extensive interviews and leaked documents, he chronicles the lavish parties, opulent purchases, and extravagant lifestyles funded by the ill-gotten gains.
With a keen eye for detail, Wright traces Low's rise and reveals the intricate schemes used to manipulate global financial markets, launder money, and bribe officials. As the scheme unravels, he documents the legal battles and the high-stakes game of cat and mouse as authorities close in on Low and his accomplices.
"Billion Dollar Whale" is a fascinating and fast-paced narrative that sheds light on the dark underbelly of international finance and the lengths some will go to accumulate unimaginable wealth. It serves as a cautionary tale, exposing the vulnerabilities in the global financial system and the need for increased accountability and transparency.
Through its engaging storytelling and startling revelations, "Billion Dollar Whale" invites readers on a captivating journey into the audacity and consequences of one man's insatiable thirst for wealth and power.