Jefferies(US:JEF) Businesswire·2025-10-15 10:05Core Viewpoint - Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is investigating potential violations of U.S. federal securities laws involving Jefferies Financial Group Inc., focusing on whether the company and its executives made false or misleading statements or failed to disclose material information to investors [1][4]. Company Overview - Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is a global full-service investment banking and capital markets firm, operating under the Leucadia Asset Management umbrella, managing diverse alternative asset management platforms [3]. Recent Developments - On September 29, 2025, The Wall Street Journal reported that First Brands filed for bankruptcy amid accounting questions, leading to investigations into potential misrepresentations in its financial reporting [4]. - Jefferies is reportedly owed approximately $715 million from companies that purchased parts from First Brands, as disclosed in an October 8, 2025 article [4]. - The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated an inquiry into the collapse of First Brands Group, examining the company's dealings with creditors [4]. - Further reports indicated that First Brands' former CEO was involved in efforts to refinance nearly $6 billion in corporate loans with Jefferies, without disclosing significant off-balance-sheet debt [4].