Howard Hughes: A 120 Años del Nacimiento del Ingenioso Aviador
On December 24, 1905, Howard Hughes was born. He was a prominent aviator and businessman who left a profound legacy throughout the industry.
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Creation of the Fed in 1912: Its Influential Role in the Markets
The United States Federal Reserve, known as the Fed, was established on December 23, 1912. Let's see how it influences global markets to this day.
Los Hermanos Wright: a 122 Años del Increíble Primer Vuelo
On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers achieved something unthinkable: they were able to make an object heavier than air fly. Let's take a closer look at their story.
The Fascinating Story of Colonel Sanders and KFC
On December 16, 1980, Harland Sanders, founder of KFC, passed away. It took many years for him to establish himself as the entrepreneur he eventually became. We tell Colonel Sanders's story in this article.
The Financial Crisis of 1825 and the Shocking Fall of London Bank Pole
On December 14, 1825, one of England's most important banks, the London Bank Pole, collapsed. This 1825 crisis would have an impact worldwide. Let's see how it happened.
The Terrifying Origin of Wall Street: Its Surprising Market in 1711
On December 13, 1711, the slave market was established in New York City on what is now known as Wall Street. The formality of a specific market symbolizes the brutal reality of the colonial economy.
Apple: A 45 Años de su Formidable Salida a la Bolsa
On December 12, 1980, Apple's initial public offering took place, trading at $22 per share.
Madoff: Su Sorprendente Arresto en el 2008
On December 11, Bernard Madoff was arrested, in an event that caused great commotion on Wall Street due to his great reputation and the doubts that would arise regarding the 65 billion he managed.
VA Linux: A 26 Años de su Impactante Salida a la Bolsa
On December 9, 1999, VA Linux Systems launched its IPO. Its shares rose from $30 to $320 in a single day, closing at $239.25, a 698% increase. Let's look at the history of this emblematic company of the dot-com bubble.
La Caída de la URSS: a 34 años del histórico suceso
December 8, 1991, went down in history as the day an era ended: the Cold War ended, and a new world stage emerged. Let's look at how the fall of the USSR unfolded and its aftermath.
Pearl Harbor: A 84 años del Terrorífico Ataque Japonés
On December 7, 1941, the world was shaken by the sudden Japanese attack on the American base at Pearl Harbor. We look in detail at this event that changed the course of history, World War II, and international markets.
La Exuberancia Irracional de los Mercados: A 29 Años de la Memorable frase de Greenspan
On December 5, 1996, Alan Greenspan, chairman of the Federal Reserve, delivered a memorable speech in which he spoke of the "irrational exuberance" of the markets. Twenty-eight years after that speech, we recall the meaning of his words and see whether he was right or wrong.