Why Leon Cooperman Settled With the SEC

The video discusses a settlement involving Cooperman and the SEC, focusing on the absence of a trading ban, which allows Cooperman to continue running his hedge fund. The SEC's decision to monitor Cooperman for five years is highlighted as a measure to ensure compliance with investor protections. The case's financial implications, including the settlement amount and its impact on Cooperman's assets under management, are analyzed. The discussion also touches on the broader implications for similar cases in the future and the potential return of investors who withdrew their funds.

What were the implications of having a monitor for five years as mentioned in the text?

What concerns were raised regarding the lack of deterrent in this settlement?