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From Chaos to Commerce: The Strange, Turbulent Origins of Black Friday  By Prometheus Capital Black Friday was not born from celebration, tradition, or clever marketing. It began as a problem — a local headache that eventually grew into a national economic phenomenon. The earliest roots trace back to post–Civil War America , when department stores like Macy’s and Eaton’s began hosting massive Thanksgiving parades to signal the official start of holiday shopping. Retailers agreed not to advertise Christmas sales until after Thanksgiving, which made the Friday after the holiday the natural “opening day” of the retail season. But the day’s modern identity began taking shape in 1950s Philadelphia . Every year, the Army-Navy football game drew tens of thousands of visitors into the city the day after Thanksgiving. Streets were clogged, stores were mobbed, and the police force was stretched so thin that officers dreaded the shift. They called the day “Black Friday” because the entir...

  Thanksgiving and the American Economy: How a Holiday Built on Gratitude Became an Economic Powerhouse By Prometheus Capital A Holiday That Lives at the Intersection of Culture and Economics Thanksgiving has always been a holiday about more than a meal. It is a pause in the year, a ritual of gathering, cooking, traveling, and reflecting that has shaped American identity for generations. But beneath the familiar warmth of turkey dinners and football games lies a fascinating story about the economy. The holiday does not simply reflect economic trends. It actively influences them, and in turn the economy reshapes travel, food, spending, and the way Americans celebrate. The Thanksgiving Table as a Mirror of the American Economy Every year, as families prepare for the holiday, an enormous wave of spending begins. Grocery stores surge with activity as millions buy turkeys, vegetables, desserts, and every ingredient that will go into the national feast. The scale is so large that e...

The Juggernaut from the East: How Anime Conquered the Global Market — and What 2025’s Blockbusters Mean for the Future of Entertainment by Prometheus Capital  Anime is no longer a niche interest — it is a multibillion-dollar global powerhouse influencing streaming, theaters, merchandise, and the entire entertainment industry, and that has been the case for the past few years, with IPs like One Piece gaining more and more fans globally, but how has this become the case? A decade ago, you would most likely be shunned for showing love for anime, or at best, you would be met with confused glances from people who never even heard what anime you're talking about, but now there are millions of fans across the globe. With the highly anticipated 2025 releases of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Chainsaw Man Movie: Reze Arc , anime is positioned to reshape the global film landscape once again. Today, we explore how anime rose from niche fandom to global economic force , how changes and ...

 The Labubu Empire: Fad or Fun?  by Prometheus Capital Few products in recent memory have captured cultural attention as strangely—and as quickly—as the  Labubu , the eerie little vinyl creature produced by Kasing Lung and POP MART. What started as a niche designer toy became a global phenomenon, with collectors lining up overnight, resellers flipping figures for thousands, and social media turning the character into a full-blown aesthetic. If you had social media in the mid-2024 to late-2025 period, you just couldn't shake these little monsters. From memes to media, the Labubu has been represented and pushed to the forefront of our society as of late. The Labubu evolved from a simple plush to a fashion accessory and status symbol, with stars and celebrities like  Rihanna  and Dua Lipa  being spotted with them.  But like all meteors, Labubu rose quickly… and began falling just as fast. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into how the Labubu craze happene...

  Welcome to Prometheus’ Capital: Simplifying Finance for Students Finance can seem complicated and intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. At Prometheus’ Capital , we believe that anyone can understand how markets, businesses, and investments work — even students. This blog is designed to give you clear insights, real-world examples, and practical knowledge that you can use today. Why Understanding Finance Matters Make smarter decisions: Understanding money helps you save, invest, and plan for the future. Decode business success: Learn why companies succeed or fail, and what lessons you can take from them. Stay informed: Markets and economies affect everyone — knowing how they work gives you an edge. How We’ll Help You Learn Market Analysis: Easy-to-follow breakdowns of current market trends. Case Studies: Real businesses and their financial strategies explained. Finance Concepts Made Simple: From stocks and bonds to budgeting and investing, we’ll e...