Why did Washington Mutual fail? What is are key lessons based on your evaluation of the company? 

 

2. What was the company's business model and strategy before the problems arose causing them to fail.

 

3. What went wrong? Was it their business strategy, Capital allocation, Risk Management style, corporate culture, or succession planning? Explain

 

4. What happened to the company?  Please include information on what happened to key stakeholders, i.e., management, shareholders, bondholders, depositors, etc.