The Sand Hill Gazette

Our business publication inspired by Sand Hill Road: the Silicon Valley street where technology and finance intersect.

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Ethan Sa Ethan Sa

Department of Justice v. Google

Google is on trial after the Department of Justice filed an antitrust suit against the tech giant for monopolizing digital advertising. Read on to find out more.

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Kai Lee Kai Lee

PayPal’s New Stablecoin

In August, fintech giant PayPal launched its own cryptocurrency called PayPal USD. Read on to learn about how the currency works as well as the rationale behind the launch.

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Vinay Bhagavath Vinay Bhagavath

Generative AI and the Future of the Global Economy

The breakthrough in generative AI with tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E threatens to uproot the global economy as we know it. How will AI advancements impact the job market, and how does a new AI-driven future look?

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Dev Mittal Dev Mittal

ESPN's Groundbreaking Deal With Penn Entertainment

ESPN, the iconic sports network, has shaken up the industry with a groundbreaking partnership with Penn Entertainment. This collaboration aims to revolutionize sports broadcasting, online gaming, and fan engagement. Here are the concise details of the deal.

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Arnav Singh Arnav Singh

Basics of a Recession and FAQs

How likely is a recession in 2023? Frequently asked questions about recessions: What is a recession? What are the causes of a recession? What happens in a recession?

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Akshara Krishna Akshara Krishna

UBS and Credit Suisse Merger

Credit Suisse, a 166-year-old bank, collapsed in March 2023, shaking the image of financial stability in Switzerland. How did this bank collapse, and what factors contributed to it?

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Kai Lee Kai Lee

The Collapse of Terra and Luna

TerraUSD and Luna were two cryptocurrencies that suddenly collapsed in May 2022, causing $45 billion of value to be lost. Their founder, Do Kwon, was arrested recently in Montenegro. Read on to learn more about what happened.

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Ethan Sa Ethan Sa

Macro View on Economy

How is the U.S. economy doing three years since the global pandemic? With inflation high and the recent banking crisis, investor confidence is at an all-time low. As the Federal Reserve continues to raise interest rates, how will the economy react? Read more to find out.

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Noam Tal Noam Tal

The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank

The recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has sent shockwaves around the world. Alarm bells rang as many investors realized that many other banks could be in a similar position to SVB. But how exactly did SVB collapse, and what were the circumstances behind it? Read more to find out.

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Arnav Singh Arnav Singh

The Adani Scandal

Gautum Adani, once the wealthiest man in India, was recently accused of fraud and manipulation with his conglomerate. Why was this accusation made, and what does it mean for his stock? Are there any unforeseen consequences for India's economy?

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Noam Tal Noam Tal

Microsoft is Buying Activision: Everything You Should Know

Microsoft, one of the largest tech conglomerates in the world, is in the process of purchasing Activision Blizzard, one of the largest game developers, under a $69 billion deal. However, government institutions around the world, as well as Microsoft’s competitors, are not too keen on allowing the acquisition to go through.

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John Li John Li

The Rise and Fall of Bed Bath & Beyond

Discover the rise and potential fall of one of the most recognizable home goods retailers in the country, Bed Bath and Beyond. From its humble beginnings to becoming a retail giant with over 1,500 stores worldwide, the company is facing an oncoming storm ahead which will prove challenging to the company's survival.

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Gabby Skinner Gabby Skinner

The U.S. Debt Ceiling

The U.S. recently hit its debt limit. What does this mean, and what are the potential consequences?

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Eshan Gupta Eshan Gupta

An Analysis of Costco

Costco is a massive player in the retail industry. What makes their business tick, and will they continue to be a profitable business in the future?

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Ethan Sa Ethan Sa

The Fall of Lizz Truss and the UK Bond Market Crisis

Last year, Lizz Truss was elected Prime Minister of the UK after the resignation of Boris Johnson. Her proposed economic reforms caused turmoil in the British economy, particularly the bond market. What did she do, and what were the consequences?

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Arnav Singh Arnav Singh

How To Tackle The Recent Housing Crisis

With out-of-control housing inflation caused by high demand and low supply, many people cannot afford rent or mortgages. What caused this crisis, and what are some solutions?

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