Steven Eisman placed on indefinite leave after asserting he celebrates the genocide in Gaza
New York City (Quds News Network)- Steven Eisman, the famed investor known for his role in predicting the collapse of the US housing market, has been put on indefinite leave from Neuberger Berman after asserting that he celebrates the genocide in Gaza. The managing director, who gained fame through Michael Lewis’s book ‘The Big Short’, faced backlash after stating he was “celebrating” the destruction of Gaza in response to a graphic post depicting the aftermath of an Israeli terror attack.
Eisman, who has been with New York-based Neuberger Berman since 2014, commented on X that “we are not silent” regarding the destruction, which was met with widespread condemnation. Following the backlash, he attempted to clarify his remarks, claiming that he intended to refer to Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, which killed 37 people including children. However, he has since deleted the account involved.
Neuberger Berman released a statement distancing itself from Eisman’s comments, emphasizing that his views do not represent the firm. The company described Eisman’s actions as “irresponsible and objectionable.”
Eisman has been known for his strong pro-Israel stance on social media and has made headlines for his political commentary, predicting significant market impacts based on potential political outcomes, including the possibility of a Kamala Harris presidency.
Eisman’s future with Neuberger Berman remains uncertain. The firm, which has flourished since its spin-off from the now-defunct Lehman Brothers in 2009, currently manages $481 billion in assets.
