Economics

Explore the complexities of global financial crises through a historical lens, examining the interplay between economic, political, and social factors that contribute to these events.

Explore the complex relationship between globalization and rivalry in modern history, where periods of growth are often followed by breakdowns.

A study on the 2000s-era economic relationship between China and the United States, marked by complex power dynamics and a delicate balance of trade.

Learn about the Asian Currency Peg system, a complex exchange rate management system adopted by East Asian countries in the late 1990s to facilitate exports and economic growth.

Explore the history of hedge funds from emergence in 1969 to the 2008 financial crisis, including key figures, strategies, and market trends.

Discover how hedge funds have evolved from exclusive investment options to a staple in modern financial markets, adapting to periodic failures and controversies.

The story of LTCM's collapse in 1998 reveals the flaws in complex financial models used by hedge funds.

Explore the Long-Term Capital Management crisis, a pivotal moment in global financial history, highlighting risks of complex investment strategies, systemic risk, and inadequate regulation.

Explore the collapse of Long-Term Capital Management and its impact on global financial markets during the 1998 Russian financial crisis.

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.

The collapse of Long-Term Capital Management in 1998 highlights the risks of relying solely on complex mathematical models for risk management and the importance of nuanced approaches.

The collapse of Long-Term Capital Management serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked market forces and the importance of understanding complex financial systems.

The Genesis of Hedge Funds explores the origins and development of modern finance, tracing the emergence of hedge funds from intellectual curiosity to technological advancements.

Derivative pricing models like the Black-Scholes model have transformed finance by accurately valuing complex financial instruments.

Discover the groundbreaking Black-Scholes model that revolutionized financial modeling by providing a precise mathematical framework for understanding complex financial phenomena.

Market Volatility and Reflexivity explores the rapid growth of hedge funds, reflexivity, and its impact on global financial markets.

Explore George Soros' groundbreaking concept of reflexivity, which challenges traditional market efficiency assumptions.

Learn about the rise of economic hit men, hedge funds, and global capitalism in the 1980s, including key figures like George Soros.

The IMF's 1997 response to the Asian financial crisis led to widespread poverty, social unrest, and criticism for exacerbating rather than alleviating the crisis.

Economic Hit Men: A Critical Examination of global empire, exploitation, and manipulation in Ecuador, Panama, and beyond.