Non-econ/finance major, did IB and know financial modeling. What Economics knowledge does l/s equity investing require?

I never take any Economics course in college, but did IB and know financial modeling. I am curious what Economics knowledge is needed for l/s equity investing?

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Microeconomics and Game Theory.

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Thanks, Dick. What is the most efficient way to learn microeconomics and game theory? Maybe books are all too theoretical? Have you seen anything that is practical, like financial modeling courses?

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