capitalism,banking,global economy,money,debt,economics,financial crisis,stock market,corporation,federal reserve

The Ascent of Money (2008)

Poster for The Ascent of Money

British historian and author Niall Ferguson explains how big money works today as well as the causes of and solutions to economic catastrophes in this extended version The Ascent of Money documentary. Through interviews with top experts, such as former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker and American currency speculator George Soros, the intricate world of finance, including global commerce, banking and lending, is examined thoroughly.

Cast & Crew

Director
Adrian Pennink
  • Profile picture of Niall Ferguson
    Narrator Niall Ferguson

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Keywords

  • capitalism
  • banking
  • global economy
  • money
  • debt
  • economics
  • financial crisis
  • stock market
  • corporation
  • federal reserve