Nelson Bunker Hunt
Businessman and silver investor
Born
1926
99 years ago
Died
October 21st, 2014
10 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A businessman involved in oil and silver investment, played a significant role in the silver market during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Attempted to corner the silver market along with his brother, which led to dramatic price increases and subsequent market crash. This event resulted in substantial financial losses for many investors and contributed to regulatory changes in commodity trading.
Attempted to corner the silver market in the 1970s
Owned a substantial oil company
Engaged in various philanthropic efforts
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