GERRY.in | MBA blog | Ryerson University | Ted Rogers School of Management: Apr 3, 2012

From the link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pump_and_dump

"Pump and dump" is a form of microcap stock fraud that involves artificially inflating the price of an owned stock through false and misleading positive statements, in order to sell the cheaply purchased stock at a higher price. Once the operators of the scheme "dump" their overvalued shares, the price falls and investors lose their money. Stocks that are the subject of pump-and-dump schemes are sometimes called "chop stocks". While fraudsters in the past relied on cold calls, the Internet now offers a cheaper and easier way of reaching large numbers of potential investors.

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Tuesday, April 3, 2012

TYPES of ANALYSTS (The list is long and it can get confusing. Basically, an Analyst is one who Analyzes, using Scientific or "near scientific" methods, LOL :) The reports of Analysts are of immense value and can make a lot of money to those who get the earliest access to them.

What is "Pump & Dump" stock fraud? ---> Making money by creating a bubble by artificially inflating stock prices and selling them off at the peak, just before the burst - pop! However, it is hard to find this out until AFTER the event!

Inspiratation behing the "Boiler Room" movie ---> 'Jordan, the Wolf of Wall Street" (Movie based on this book by JORDAN BELFORT is coming soon - featuring Leonardo Di Caprio et al.) Another Must Watch for MBAs. Cant wait for this movie to release!!!

Employee Engagement ---> "The 'X' model"

Trader scene ---> "25th Hour" Movie. Must Watch for MBAs !