The Jesse Livermore Story” delves into the legendary life of stock market trader Jesse Livermore, famously depicted in the book “Reminiscences of a Stock Operator.” Although renowned for his uncanny ability to trade stocks, bonds, and commodities, Livermore’s personal life was marred by extreme financial swings, mental health issues, isolation, and bankruptcies. The video highlights his significant wealth accumulated during the bull market of 1928 to 1929 and the great losses he suffered during the 1929 stock market crash. The section covers the major turning point of Livermore’s life during the 1929 crash, where he made substantial profits through short selling but felt emotionally hollow. Despite his wealth, Livermore faced issues such as family financial instability and personal desertion.
