History

Analyzing post-war housing policy in Britain through a comparative lens of public vs. private sector provision.

Explore the decline of Stowe House, a case study in aristocratic decline, examining financial mismanagement, erosion of power, and influence of emerging modernity.

Explore the impact of relying on home equity as a safety net in light of shifting economic trends and historical precedents.

Explore how the rise of financialized markets has created a stark divide between those with access to sophisticated risk management tools and those without in the global economy.

Explore the evolution of derivatives from ancient roots of risk management to modern financial tools, including options, futures, swaps, and more.

Hedging is a financial strategy that reduces risk by taking offsetting positions in related assets or markets, dating back to ancient agricultural practices.

Discover how hedging has evolved from ancient Greece to modern times, including its history, key terms, and impact on finance.

Japan's rapidly aging population and low birth rates have created a structural crisis in its welfare system, threatening its economy and pension fund system.

Comparative Analysis of Welfare States in Japan and Western Nations post-World War II

State insurance emerged as a comprehensive social program in Japan and Britain, addressing poverty, inequality, and lack of access to healthcare and education.

Discover the pioneering story behind the origins of insurance in Scotland, where two Presbyterian ministers devised a system to mitigate risks among community members.

The story of Dickie Scruggs, a lawyer who took on tobacco companies and insurance firms over their handling of Katrina-related claims, highlighting the complexities of mass tort litigation and corporate practices in shaping public policy.

Understanding the impact of uncertainty on individuals and societies through historical context and case studies.

Explore the evolution of risk management from ancient civilizations to modern societies, highlighting key figures, concepts, and historical events that have shaped our understanding of uncertainty.

The Federal Reserve System's role in the Great Depression is a topic of ongoing debate among economists and historians.

Explore the causes, effects, and historical context of the 1929 stock market crash and its impact on the Great Depression.

The Mississippi Bubble was a financial phenomenon in 18th century France, where John Law's paper money system created a speculative bubble that burst, causing widespread financial instability.

Discover the rise and fall of John Law's Financial System in 18th century France, a complex plan to reform the economy through reflation and debt restructuring.

Explore the Dutch East India Company's impact on global trade through its establishment of monopoly over key commodities, role as a hub for intra-Asian trade, and provision of financial services.

Explore the rise and fall of William Law, a Scottish aristocrat who fell due to his own actions in the 17th-century.