JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Intro and history: JPMorgan Chase & Co. is a leading global financial services firm and one of the largest banking institutions in the United States. The company was first established in 1799 as The Manhattan Company by Aaron Burr. Over the centuries, it has undergone several mergers and acquisitions, including with Chase Manhattan Bank, J.P. Morgan & Co., and Bank One, to become the multinational banking corporation it is today. Industry: Financial Services Product, Services and Operations: JPMorgan Chase & Co. offers a broad range of financial services including asset management, retail banking, commercial banking, investment banking, and treasury and securities services. It operates in over 100 markets globally and serves millions of consumers, small businesses, and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional, and government clients. Funding Details: As a publicly-traded company, JPMorgan Chase & Co. is funded by shareholders. As of 2021, its market capitalization is over $450 billion. Acquisitions: Notable acquisitions include Chase Manhattan Bank in 1955, J.P. Morgan & Co. in 2000, and Bank One in 2004. Awards and Achievements: JPMorgan Chase & Co. has received numerous awards and recognitions, including being named the "World's most valuable bank by market capitalization" by Forbes in 2018, and "Best Bank in the World" by Euromoney in 2019.