Lazard

Lazard is a global financial services firm founded in 1848 and operating in the advisory, asset management and wealth management sectors. The firm describes itself as the world's largest advisory-focused firm, providing financial advice and investment solutions through two businesses: Financial Advisory and Asset Management. Just over 3,000 professionals work worldwide across its international network.

Financial Advisory advises clients on strategic and financial matters, including mergers & acquisitions, restructurings, capital structure and capital raising. The Asset Management division encompasses Lazard Asset Management, Lazard Private Wealth Management and Lazard Frères Gestion, covering investment solutions and private wealth management. Operating across the financial services, investment banking, asset management and wealth management verticals, the firm serves a global clientele.

Lazard states that its values centre on excellence, integrity and innovation on behalf of clients, with a mission of delivering contextual alpha and helping clients navigate a complex financial landscape. Advice and solutions are custom-tailored to individual clients. The firm combines local perspective with global network capabilities and draws on a reputation built over generations since 1848.