The Incredible Story of the South Sea Company and its Subscription in 1720
On June 15, 1720, a new chapter in the history of the South Sea Company opened: it launched a subscription to issue new shares. Find out what happened.
On June 15, 1720, a new chapter in the history of the South Sea Company opened: it launched a subscription to issue new shares. Find out what happened.
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.
Isaac Newton, who would become one of the most important scientists in history, was born on January 4, 1643. However, he had a less than pleasant experience as an investor. Let's take a look at it.
On April 14, 1720, the South Sea Company's initial public offering (IPO) took place, which would soon generate an unprecedented bubble. Discover the history of this unique company and what went wrong.
On March 31, 1727, Sir Isaac Newton, one of the most important scientists in history, died. However, his legacy extended beyond science, but also to investment and even religion.