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Deutsche Bank's revenue from Trump ties surged to $6M by 2013

EditorRachael Rajan
Published 30/11/2023, 08:36 am
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Deutsche Bank (ETR:DBKGn)'s financial entanglement with former President Donald Trump took center stage in a New York civil fraud trial against him, revealing a significant increase in revenue from its dealings with him, from a modest $13,000 in 2011 to a substantial $6 million by early 2013. The case, led by Attorney General Letitia James, accuses Trump of inflating asset valuations to secure loans and insurance benefits, which he denies, pointing to disclaimers on financial statements as a defense against alleged inaccuracies.

Rosemary Vrablic, a former Deutsche Bank employee, played a pivotal role in cultivating Trump as a key client, beginning with the acquisition of the Doral golf course in Florida. Her testimony today shed light on the strategic pursuit of Trump as a "whale" client due to his high net worth, which translated into lucrative business for the bank through multimillion-dollar deposits and additional loans.

The relationship between Trump and Deutsche Bank was further strengthened following a strategic lunch meeting between Trump and then-co-chairman Anshu Jain, which focused on leveraging Trump's extensive real estate network to grow investment management assets for the bank. This meeting, as confirmed by Vrablic's testimony, opened doors to new business opportunities, including further deals in Chicago and Washington.

Amidst the legal battle, Trump's defense has criticized Attorney General James for political bias, citing his position as a GOP frontrunner for the 2024 presidential nomination. The trial also touches on a preliminary fraud ruling by Judge Arthur Engoron, which is currently under appeal after an order for receiver oversight of certain Trump properties was issued.

As the proceedings continue, the charges of conspiracy, insurance fraud, and record falsification loom over Trump, with potential repercussions that could impact his political career and business operations. Attorney General James is seeking over $300 million in penalties and a prohibition on Trump conducting business within New York.

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