The Subprime Mortgage Crisis and the Decline of Detroit
Learn about the 2007-2008 subprime mortgage crisis in Detroit, its causes, effects, and comparisons to other economic downturns.
Regulation
The Evolution of Derivatives: A Study on Custom-Made Financial Instruments
The evolution of derivatives from standardized instruments to custom-made over-the-counter contracts has raised concerns about transparency, regulation, and systemic risk in modern finance.
The Rise and Fall of Enron: A Case Study in Corporate Collapse
Explore the collapse of Enron Corporation and its impact on corporate governance, executive accountability, and the importance of regulation.
The Evolution of Central Banking: A Study of the Bank of England's Development
Explore the history of the Bank of England's development from its early days as a private company to its current role in shaping monetary policy.
The Evolution of Loan Sharking and Financial Exclusion
Explore the history of loan sharking, its causes, and consequences in various economic contexts, highlighting the role of financial exclusion, usury, and intimidation.