In the 1400S's merchants and bankers wanted to expand their businesses by buying goods from the what?

In the 1400s, merchants and bankers sought to expand their businesses by buying goods from the East, particularly from regions such as Asia and the Middle East. They were especially interested in luxury items like spices, silk, and precious metals. The desire for these goods fueled exploration and trade routes, leading to significant developments in maritime navigation and the eventual discovery of new trade routes to the Americas. This era marked the beginning of increased global trade and economic interconnections.