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Enron

Acquired

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The Rise and Fall of Enron's Early Innovations

This chapter explores the transformative journey of Enron during its early merger days, focusing on corporate culture shifts and market innovations in energy trading. It addresses the pitfalls of risky trading practices, the implications of mark-to-market accounting, and the looming internal chaos stemming from leadership decisions. The narrative emphasizes how initial optimism led to significant financial implications, foreshadowing the company's eventual downfall.

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