Business History

The collapse of Long-Term Capital Management (LTCM) in 1998 led to a $4.6 billion loss, exposing risks associated with high leverage and complex financial instruments.

Explore the early 20th century's growth of global investing among British investors, driven by economic prosperity, transportation advances, and international trade expansion.

Explore the impact of the Dallas real estate boom on investors and the local economy during the 1980s, fueled by aggressive development and lax regulation.

Actuarial science has been the backbone of insurance since its inception, providing a mathematical framework to predict risks and calculate premiums.

Explore the history of institutional investors from 18th century insurance companies to modern global players dominating financial markets.

Scotland's 18th-century mathematicians and theologians pioneered modern insurance with sound actuarial and financial principles.

Learn about the emergence of a dedicated insurance market in 17th-century London, shaped by key events and institutions such as the Great Fire of 1666 and Lloyd's coffee house.

Explore the evolution of insurance from 14th-century Italy to its impact on modern commerce, discussing key figures, mechanisms, and processes that shaped this crucial aspect of business.

The Enron scandal was a complex web of deceit and mismanagement that led to one of the most infamous corporate collapses in history, exposing aggressive accounting practices and regulatory failures.

The Enron scandal exposed widespread accounting manipulation and corporate malfeasance in 2001, leading to one of the most significant corporate scandals in history.

The Enron scandal highlights the dangers of unregulated markets and the importance of transparency in corporate finance.

Explore the collapse of Enron Corporation and its impact on corporate governance, executive accountability, and the importance of regulation.

An in-depth analysis of the British South Sea Bubble, comparing it with other financial crises throughout history, such as the Dutch Tulip Mania and the French Mississippi Bubble.

Reforms in VOC's corporate governance structure led to increased shareholder influence, financial stability, and protection against equity dilution, contributing to its long-term success.

Dutch East India Company's (VOC) governance crisis led to intense scrutiny from critics, highlighting issues of transparency, corporate governance, and shareholder rights.

The emergence of joint-stock companies and stock markets revolutionized corporate finance in 17th century Europe by allowing for risk sharing and investment on a large scale.

Explore the historical significance of the Dutch East India Company as a pioneering joint-stock company and its influence on modern capitalism.

Learn about the Dutch East India Company's early struggles and successes in establishing a global trading empire in 17th century Asia.

Explore the history of the Dutch East India Company, a pioneering force in corporate finance that introduced concepts like limited liability, shareholding, and publicly traded stocks.

Learn about the rise of capital markets and corporate governance in 18th century Europe and North America, a significant shift in global economy.