Did you know that Apple Inc. became the first publicly traded U.S. company to reach a $1 trillion market capitalization in August 2018?
Did you know that the price of oil can influence the entire economic landscape, affecting everything from the cost of transport to the valuation of currencies?
Did you know that the U.S. dollar's origins in the late 18th century laid the foundation for its global dominance?
Did you know that the 2008 financial crisis, triggered by the collapse of the housing bubble in the United States, led to the most severe worldwide economic crisis since the Great Depression?
Did you know that after the stock market crash of 1929, it took nearly 25 years for the market to recover to its pre-crash levels, whereas after the 2008 financial crisis, major indices like the S&P 500 recovered to pre-crisis levels within just a few years?
Did you know that private equity investments have been around since the 1940s, but saw significant growth in the 1980s?
Did you know that in the early 20th century, the U.S. economy expanded by over 42%, showcasing the potential for rapid growth even after significant setbacks?
Did you know that the Marshall Plan, initiated by the United States in 1948, provided over $12 billion (about $130 billion in today's dollars) in economic support to help rebuild European economies after the devastation of World War II?
Did you know that after World War II, European nations increased their defense spending in an attempt to counter potential future threats?
Did you know that throughout history, periods of rapid technological innovation have often led to significant shifts in economic power dynamics?
Did you know that the world's first known currency was created by King Alyattes of Lydia (now Turkey) around 600 BC, replacing the exchange system in place at the time?
Did you know that the printing press caused an immense growth in productivity and literacy during the 16th century?
