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The Rise and Fall of Steve Cohen: A Hedge Fund Legend
Steve Cohen, the enigmatic hedge fund manager, is a figure who has experienced the full spectrum of triumphs and tribulations in the finance world. His journey is not just a tale of wealth creation, but a saga punctuated by ambition, calculated risks, and legal challenges that could rival the fate of the Roman Empire. Following the financial crisis of 2009, when many investors faced financial ruin, Cohen stood out as an anomaly. With a big smile, he appeared unfazed, having deftly maneuvered the tumultuous waters of the stock market to amass a multi-billion dollar fortune.