Around Quote by Bob Diamond
“In our equities business, 49 of the 50 most important Lehman clients are back doing business with us. The flows are 75 to 80 per cent of what they were prior to the bankruptcy. The issues which damaged Lehman were around commercial mortgages and illiquid private equity assets.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lehman Brothers Investor Call, 2008
Key clients returning shows that core business remains strong despite past crises, highlighting recovery potential.
In simple terms: Clients are coming back, showing recovery.
Key Takeaway
Focus on rebuilding client confidence.
Themes
business recovery
client trust
financial stability
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
strategic
financial
When to use this quote
- post‑bankruptcy recovery
- client outreach
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
risk management
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies retain top clients after a crisis?
- How can risk be better managed?
A Different Perspective
Recovery depends on broader market conditions.
