Customer Quote by Michael Lewis
““Could Morgan Stanley please wire $1.2 billion to Deutsche Bank by the end of the day?””
About This Quote
Source Book: Flash Boys, 2014, USA
A request for a massive, urgent money transfer highlights high‑stakes finance pressure.
In simple terms: Urgent large transfers show financial intensity.
Recognize the pressure in high‑value deals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- investment banking
- M&A negotiations
- crisis management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure integrity under pressure?
- What safeguards exist for large transfers?
Such pressure can cause ethical lapses.