Jefferies Financial Group Inc. Under Investigation, Investors Encouraged to Contact Law Firm

The law firm Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is investigating Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: JEF) for potential violations of U.S. federal securities laws. The investigation is focused on whether Jefferies and certain of its top executives made misleading statements regarding the company's business and financial condition.

Attorneys are encouraging investors who may have information pertinent to the investigation to contact the firm. The specific period and details of the alleged misstatements will be further clarified as the investigation progresses.

No determination of wrongdoing has been made at this time. Jefferies Financial Group Inc. has not publicly commented on the investigation. The firm stated that it is examining statements made by the company and its executives.