Jefferies CEO Rich Handler told investors the investment bank believes it was “defrauded” in the First Brands Group bankruptcy that has rattled Wall Street. The auto parts conglomerate collapsed with over $2 billion reportedly missing, drawing comparisons to the Enron scandal from prominent short seller Jim Chanos. 
Investment Bank Alleges Fraud in Major Bankruptcy
Jefferies Financial Group CEO Rich Handler has reportedly told investors his firm believes it was “defrauded” in the bankruptcy of auto parts conglomerate First Brands Group, according to recent disclosures. The comments came during an investor call where Handler addressed concerns about the bank’s exposure to the collapsed company, which has sent shockwaves through financial markets and drawn comparisons to historical corporate scandals.