This series introduces how businesses raise money and how the economy handles inflation and deflation. You will learn about stocks, debt, IPOs, venture capital, leveraged buyouts, and depreciation. Using a simple cupcake business as an example, you will see how a company is valued and financed. You will also learn how the Consumer Price Index measures inflation. These ideas are useful for anyone who wants to start a business or understand the economy. Basic arithmetic and percents are all you need.