History

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Explore the vast network of financial relationships established by the United States, enabling American dominance through debt, economic manipulation, and fraud.

The pre-World War I era saw optimism about peace fueled by technological innovation and economic growth, but was shattered by the devastating consequences of large-scale war.

British investments in China between 1865-1914, facilitated by control over Hong Kong and Imperial Maritime Customs system, highlight complex interplay of economic, military, and diplomatic factors.

Explore how emerging markets are no longer considered high-risk areas in the modern global economy, but rather core countries like the US experience severe financial crises.

An examination of the property-owning democracy concept and its implications on housing market instability, illiquidity, labor mobility, and economic recovery.

Explore how securitization spread financial vulnerability across the globe, exacerbating the 2007-2008 global financial crisis.

Margaret Thatcher's unorthodox approach to address poverty and social issues among marginalized communities through policies aimed at increasing homeownership.

The transformation of mortgage lending from personal relationships to securitized markets had significant consequences for borrowers and lenders.

The 1970s saw a housing boom and bust due to government policies that encouraged borrowing and homeownership, leading to rising inflation rates and increased costs for borrowers.