FOMO, Frenzy, Fortune Lost: Lessons for Retail Investors From South Sea Bubble by Wealth Wisdom India
In the early 18th century, Sir Isaac Newton—one of history’s most brilliant scientific minds—was swept up in the speculative mania of the South Sea Bubble, a period marked by intense public enthusiasm for the South Sea Company’s stock. Established in 1711 as a British joint-stock company with exclusive trading rights in Spanish South America, the South Sea Company was backed by the British government, aiming to manage national debt by exchanging stock for government debt. The company’s promise of immense wealth through exclusive trade routes captivated investors from all backgrounds, bolstered by government support that conveyed stability and profitability.People from all social backgrounds, from scientists to aristocrats, invested eagerly, driven by the promise of life-changing profits. I...









