Finance Monthly - January 2022

just under 72 hours. Fifty years later, in March 1969, André Turcat piloted the supersonic Concorde’s maiden Toulouse flight which lasted only 27 minutes— barely enough time for dear André to finish his Orangina. While perhaps romanticising these two feats, they underscore a notable dynamic. Increased levels of innovation during difficult times create an amplified economic impact and opportunity in the ensuing years. This impact may not be entirely appreciated, most especially as it relates to today. Finance Monthly. Inve s tment 53