Why did Madoff operate through "feeders?" In Sterling's case the company staunchly defended Madoff from contact with his clients.
What kind of clients did Madoff want his feeders to turn away? Sophisticated investors. Too nosy.
What annual investment returns did Madoff promise or seem to provide? The Times offers figures from several sources:
Hard to tell, even now, which banks, clients, feeders and SEC staffers should have recognized what Madoff was up to. What becomes ever clearer is that few wanted to know.
- Sterling's partners: around 18%
- Larry King's accountant: 10-14%
- Unidentified client: 9-12%
- Former Sterling employee investing via 401(k) plan: 12-15%
Hard to tell, even now, which banks, clients, feeders and SEC staffers should have recognized what Madoff was up to. What becomes ever clearer is that few wanted to know.
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