Stifel is a diversified global financial services firm with roots dating back to 1890. The company operates through two main divisions: Global Wealth Management and its Institutional Group. Its wealth management arm serves individual and institutional clients from a network of over 400 branches across the United States. The Institutional Group positions the firm as a leader in global middle-market corporate advisory, providing full-service investment banking capabilities.
The firm's broad suite of services includes securities brokerage, investment banking, trading, and investment advisory. Stifel maintains a global geographic presence, with operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia, Israel, and Latin America. Its investment banking division employs more than 600 professionals.
The company describes its culture as entrepreneurial, encouraging independent thinking while fostering collaboration. It has been recognized as the top wealth management firm for employee advisor satisfaction by J.D. Power for three consecutive years.
