Bill Ackman and His Shocking Bet Against Herbalife in 2012
On December 20, 2012, investor and hedge fund manager Bill Ackman gave a presentation in which he attacked Herbalife, accusing it of being a Ponzi scheme and announcing its short sale.
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Bill Clinton's Impeachment Trial: 26 Years After the Incredible Lewinsky Scandal
On December 19, 1998, the impeachment trial of US President Bill Clinton began in connection with his extramarital affair with intern Monica Lewinsky. Let's examine the impact this scandal had.
Charging Bull: 35 Years of the Official Bull of Wall Street
On December 15th, the Wall Street world was stunned by a massive statue of a bull that artist Arturo Di Modica secretly installed overnight. Let's take a look at the story of the famous Charging Bull.
Candela Salazar: The Shocking Case of the Influencer and the Cryptocurrency Pyramid Scam
Financial News A new case of pyramid schemes (and more). In this case, Candela Salazar, an Argentine influencer who showed promise
Dycasa: The Fascinating Rise of the Argentine Construction Company
Dycasa, an Argentine construction company, was founded on November 26, 1968. Let's take a closer look at the rich history of this BYMA-listed company up to the present day.
World War I: 106 Years After Its Official End
On November 11, 2018, peace was finally signed: the First World War was over. The New York Stock Exchange closed (again) to celebrate. Between July 30 and December 12, 1914, the stock market had been closed. During the war years, despite the initial shock, they maintained a bullish trend. Let's take a closer look at this shocking event that impacted world history.
RainbowEx and their incredible "Homer Simpson-style" exit
Yesterday, October 13, RainbowEx announced that to recover their money, investors must pay $88 to open a "new account." It sounds like a Homer Simpson-esque remark: "Well, by digging."
Acceso Oeste: A 32 Años de sus Inicios
On September 28, 1993, the Argentine Ministry of Economy and the Autopistas del Oeste (Western Highway) signed a concession contract, under which the private company was to build, improve, repair, conserve, expand, remodel, maintain, manage, and operate the Western Access Highway, which at the time extended from Morón to Luján.
The Incredible IPO of Comsat, the Leading Satellite Company
On June 2, 1962, Comsat launched its initial public offering (IPO), a key player in the history of the aerospace industry. Learn more about this unique company.
The Shocking Bankruptcy of Overend Gurney & Co: 7 Lessons for Investors Today
On May 11, 1866, Overend Gurney & Co. went bankrupt, an event that would impact the English banking system. Discover what we can learn more than 150 years later.
The Suez Canal: 125 Years of the Incredible Engineering Feat
On April 25, 1859, construction began on the Suez Canal, a project that would positively impact the global economy. Discover its fascinating history.
The Notable Panic of 1864 on the New York Stock Exchange
On April 18, 1864, panic broke out on the New York Stock Exchange when a well-known speculator fell from grace. Discover who it was and the effects of the Panic of 1864.