Ponzi.
Pertaining to a scheme whereby investors' returns are paid for directly by later investors' investments, giving the false impression that the investment is viable.
Meaning & usage
Pertaining to a scheme whereby investors' returns are paid for directly by later investors' investments, giving the false impression that the investment is viable.
Where this word comes from
Named after con artist Charles Ponzi (1882–1949) who notoriously ran such type of scam.
A Ponzi scheme.
Where this word comes from
Named after con artist Charles Ponzi (1882–1949) who notoriously ran such type of scam.
To introduce or perpetrate a Ponzi scheme style scam.
To deceive someone by promising false investment returns that are funded by the proceeds of a new victim.
Where this word comes from
Named after con artist Charles Ponzi (1882–1949) who notoriously ran such type of scam.
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