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The South Sea Bubble

Patrick Boyle On Finance

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The South Sea Bubble: An 18th Century Financial Fiasco

This chapter explores the tumultuous history of the South Sea Bubble in early 18th century London, focusing on the interplay between brokers and stock jobbers amidst a backdrop of political strife and significant national debt. It examines the company's attempts to balance profit from trade, including its involvement in the slave trade, with the broader economic implications and the lessons learned for modern financial markets.

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