The Shifting Center of Capitalism: A Historical Map

From the bustling banks of Renaissance Florence to the neon-lit pulse of Wall Street, capitalism has never stayed still. Capitalism, like power, has always been in motion, flowing from one center to another in a historical quest for trust, security, and centrality.

But what defines the “center” of capitalism? Is it where goods are made, money is stored, or laws are respected? More importantly, why does the center change and what happens when it does?