Economic History

Explore the 1990s stock market bubble and its causes, consequences, and lessons learned from the Federal Reserve's actions.

Explore the 1990s dot-com bubble's complex interactions between Federal Reserve monetary policy and rapid technological growth.

A critical examination of the 1987 stock market crash, its causes, consequences, and implications for global financial markets.

Examine the pivotal role of monetary policy in exacerbating the Great Depression and its lasting impact on economic history.

Understand the Great Contraction of 1929-1933, its causes, effects on US economy and society, and key role of Federal Reserve in exacerbating crisis.

The Roaring Twenties stock market bubble: A historical analysis of the causes, consequences, and parallels with other financial crises.

Explore the complexities of the interwar economic crisis that led to the Great Depression in 1929.

Explore the Great Depression's impact on individuals, communities, and nations worldwide, a complex interplay of financial misconduct, psychological factors, and societal conditions.

The 1929 financial crisis was a complex event that led to the Great Depression, exploring its causes, effects, and lessons learned.

Explore the 18th-century European financial crisis marked by two major stock market crashes: Britain's South Sea Company bubble and France's Mississippi Company bubble.

The 1720 financial crisis saw the South Sea Company's share prices skyrocket before plummeting, causing widespread panic and economic devastation in Britain.

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.

John Law's 18th-century financial experiment in France led to a catastrophic failure with far-reaching consequences for the French monarchy, economy, and society.

Learn about the Mississippi Bubble's 1720 collapse and how it exposed the perils of unchecked speculation in European financial history.

Learn about John Law's financial system that dominated France in the early 18th century but ultimately collapsed due to inflation, speculation, and government intervention.

The 1720 financial crisis led by John Law in France highlights the risks of speculation, paper money, and fractional reserve banking.

Explore the financial crisis known as the Mississippi Bubble, where John Law's experiment with fiat currency creation led to inflation, speculation, and collapse.

Explore the economic crisis of 1720 France, where a rapid inflation of paper currency led to soaring prices, banknote devaluation, and severe economic contraction.

Explore the rise and fall of John Law's financial reforms in 18th-century France and its impact on the development of capitalism.

Discover the rise and fall of the 18th-century Mississippi Bubble, a financial experiment that captivated the French aristocracy and led to devastating consequences.