NYT reporter cites $200 B Saudi fund withdrawals and seeks sources on royal family finances

NYT reporter cites $200 B Saudi fund withdrawals and seeks sources on royal family finances The email mentions a massive $200 billion withdrawal by Saudi Arabia’s central bank (SAMA) from undisclosed “usual suspects,” linking a sovereign wealth flow to U.S. financial firms and a potential NYT investigation. It names a senior financial reporter, references the Saudi royal family’s personal wealth, and hints at possible contacts within BlackRock and other asset managers. While unverified, the specific dollar amount, the actors (Saudi central bank, U.S. asset managers, NYT), and the timing (2016) provide concrete leads for follow‑up financial‑forensics and source development. Key insights: Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) allegedly withdrew $200 B from U.S. financial intermediaries over the past year.; NYT financial reporter Landon Thomas Jr. is investigating how low oil prices affect Saudi royal family wealth.; Potential involvement of major asset managers such as BlackRock in holding Saudi funds.