Patrick Boyle On Finance 2024 - The Financial Year in Review
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Jan 1, 2025 2024 was a wild ride with major financial shifts and political chaos. From the absurdity of assassination attempts during campaigns to the ins and outs of a Trump-Biden debate, the year was nothing short of dramatic. The discussion reveals how rap music impacted culture and economics alike. As the year wrapped up, the rise and fall of viral personalities added a new twist to the financial story, highlighting stark contrasts in US and UK economic performance. Buckle up for a humorous yet insightful recap!
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2024 Disasters
- 2024 began with a 7.5 earthquake in Japan, causing building collapses, fires, and tsunami alerts.
- An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing after a door plug fell off mid-air.
Musk's Pay Package Ruling
- A Delaware judge ruled against Elon Musk's $56 billion Tesla pay package due to conflicts of interest.
- Despite shareholder support, the court rejected a follow-up vote, with potential appeals to the Delaware Supreme Court.
Ozempic and Politics
- Germany decriminalized cannabis, potentially boosting the tie-dye industry but not productivity.
- Oprah Winfrey's Ozempic use and Weight Watchers exit impacted the company's stock, while James Corden's experience differed.