Greed, Bubbles & Bust: What Caused the 2008 Financial Crisis

The 2008 financial crisis didn't end on Wall Street – it sent shockwaves around the globe. This video explores the Great Recession that followed the crisis and how it reshaped economies worldwide. In its aftermath, stock markets plunged, global trade stalled, and tens of millions of people lost jobs as economies contracted. Governments and central banks scrambled to prevent a total collapse – from massive bank bailouts in the U.S. to emergency measures by the IMF for struggling countries. You'll see how the crisis triggered a sovereign debt crunch in Europe and forced international cooperation to stabilize the financial system. We also examine the long-term consequences: new financial regulations aimed at taming Wall Street's excesses, shifts in economic policy, and a public reckoning with corporate greed (e.g. the Occupy Wall Street movement). The lessons of 2008 continue to resonate today, from debates over “too big to fail” banks to efforts to improve economic safeguards. This animated documentary breaks down these complex global impacts and lasting changes with clear visuals and a storyteller’s touch. By the end, you'll understand how the 2008 financial crisis changed the world – and why it remains a cautionary tale for global finance. #2008FinancialCrisis #GreatRecession #GlobalEconomy #GlobalFinancialCrisis #History #Finance #EconomicHistory #FinancialCrisis