Inside Money

In Inside Money, historian Zachary Karabell delves into the influential history of Brown Brothers Harriman, a notable private investment firm that has played a pivotal role in shaping American wealth and global power from the 1800s to today. With exclusive access to the firm's archives, Karabell examines its strategic maneuvers during critical financial crises and its collaboration with the U.S. government, particularly in international economic ventures. The narrative highlights how the firm has maintained its private partnership structure and a commitment to sustainable capitalism, steering clear of the speculative extremes that have affected many of its competitors.