The First ETF Was Born 32 Years Ago: Its Profound Impact on Investors
On January 22, 1993, the first ETF was launched, an instrument that allowed the purchase of a portfolio of 500 companies in a single transaction.
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The South Sea Company Bubble: Its Unforgettable Burst in 1720
The South Sea Company bubble is one of the most fascinating and tragic episodes in financial history. This historic event of speculation took place in England in the first half of the 18th century and peaked on January 21, 1720. Let's take a closer look at what happened.
The Unforgettable Chinese Crisis of 2016 and Its Impact on Global Stock Markets
On January 20, 2016, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 565 points in just one day, marking the worst start in history. That month closed down 10.51% in the first quarter, and emerging markets fell 15.1% in the first quarter.
Marcelo Mindlin and his Impactful Legacy in the Energy World
Marcelo Mindlin was born on January 19, 1964. He would become one of Argentina's most successful businessmen. Let's take a closer look at his story.
Carlos Ponzi: The Incredible Life of This Unforgettable Swindler
On January 18, 1949, Carlos Ponzi, the unforgettable con man and creator of the Ponzi or pyramid scheme, died. Let's take a closer look at his humble origins, how he devised his pyramid scheme, and its sad end.
Ford's 1956 IPO and Its Incredible Story
On January 17, 1956, Ford's IPO closed at $70.50 and with a market capitalization of $600 million. Let's look at the company's history.
Zimbabwe's Hyperinflation: The Incredible Story of the 100 Trillion Dollar Note
January 16th Anniversary On January 16, 2009 the Central Bank of Zimbabwe issued a banknote
MarketWatch's 1999 IPO and Its Incredible Results
On January 15, 1999, MarketWatch's IPO opened at $17 and closed at $97.50 that same day. At the time, it was the second-largest single-day gain. Let's look at the full story.
The Dot-Com Bubble: The Day It Officially Peaked in 2000
On January 14, 2000, the Dow Jones Industrial Average reached its peak of 11,722 points, the height of the dot-com bubble. Let's see how it happened and what happened next.
The Remarkable Impact on Microsoft of Bill Gates' Resignation in 2000
On January 13, 2000, Bill Gates stepped down as CEO of Microsoft to focus on his philanthropic work. Let's see how Microsoft fared after his departure.
The Incredible Story of Jeff Bezos and the Amazon Foundation
On January 12, 1964, Jeff Bezos was born. He transformed e-commerce by founding Amazon from a garage. His vision and innovation redefined shopping and marked a milestone in the industry.
The Dow Jones and the Shocking Post-World War II Economic Recovery in 1946
On January 11, 1946, the Dow Jones finally surpassed its peak during the Great Depression. Let's look at what happened during those 19 years of economic recovery.