This document provides an overview of the Enron scandal. It discusses Enron's business operations and rapid growth into one of the largest companies in the US. However, this success was based on fraudulent accounting practices designed to hide losses and inflate profits. When these schemes unraveled, it led to Enron's bankruptcy in 2001. Thousands of employees lost their jobs and retirement savings. The roles of Arthur Andersen, banks, and law firms in enabling the fraud through conflicts of interest and lack of oversight are also examined. The scandal resulted in stricter regulations and reforms to improve accountability.