Wolf of Wall Street (Jordan Belfort)

"The Wolf of Wall Street" refers to Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker notorious for his extravagant lifestyle and fraudulent practices in the 1990s. He founded the brokerage firm Stratton Oakmont, which engaged in pump-and-dump schemes, misleading investors, and manipulating stock prices. The firm grew rapidly, leading to immense wealth for Belfort and his associates, but eventually attracted the attention of law enforcement. In 1999, Belfort was indicted for securities fraud and money laundering, serving prison time and later becoming a motivational speaker. His story highlights the excesses of greed and the consequences of unethical behavior in finance.