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Enron

Acquired

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Enron's Financial Facade

This chapter explores the deceptive financial practices at Enron, emphasizing the gap between reported profits and actual cash flow. It reveals the ethical dilemmas faced by executives as they engaged in manipulative accounting and self-serving financial strategies, including a controversial captive fund. The narrative culminates in a pivotal moment where a minor disclosure triggers significant scrutiny, marking the beginning of the company's downfall.

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