Origin Story of IB Dinner Stipend

The gensis of investment banking meal stipends remains a mystery - heard it originated at Salomon Brothers in the 1980’s, beginning with $10 cash handed out to juniors, but curious if anyone has heard different. Veracity of story above unclear.

 

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