Coincidences played their parts. Events, fate and other unexpected occurrences also were involved. Nevertheless, from the very beginning, the moment Darren's eyes saw that price of $0.08, the dream of Steele Investments was created.
He saw the bigger picture instantly.
Sitting at home, making millions by having to wait for months wasn't enough, no. This operation had to be done in the highest of levels. The highest of scales.
After understanding the Financial Paradox, he finally found a way to evade it. Darren unlocked the Feature, "Reward Creation" after his Character Bonuses reached a needed amount.
Others would have attempted to create a 500 Billion Dollar reward or something of such. And although the system didn't allow for those kinds as it had limits, Darren didn't even attempt to create a Reward like that.
Rather, he created one that gave him the perfect evasion tactic to fight the Financial Paradox.