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The Best Episodes of Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion

Every episode of Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion!

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Jérôme Kerviel – the trader who hid €50 billion in trades at a major international bank – and his former superiors reveal all sides of the scandal.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion Season 1 Episode 1 - Just One Man
    7.1/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Just One Man

    S1:E1

    On January 24, 2008, French bank Société Générale announces a sudden loss of €4.9 billion, leading to an investigation of trader Jérôme Kerviel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion Season 1 Episode 2 - Delta One
    6.3/10(9 votes)

    #2 - Delta One

    S1:E2

    When the bank discovers €50 billion in hidden trades, a specialist is brought in to sell the positions and divert a market crash.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion Season 1 Episode 3 - The Idol
    6.1/10(9 votes)

    #3 - The Idol

    S1:E3

    As charges loom, Kerviel speaks out against the system he claims encouraged his risky trades, using the media frenzy to rally public opinion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion Season 1 Episode 4 - And Yet, It Governs Us
    6.0/10(8 votes)

    #4 - And Yet, It Governs Us

    S1:E4

    In the years following his trial, Kerviel's case reveals deep flaws in the global financial system as further testimonies come to light.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Just One Man" is the best rated episode of "Breaking the Bank: One Trader, 50 Billion". It scored 7.1/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/29/2024. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "Delta One".