Founded in 1971 by Charles R. Schwab, the company pioneered the discount brokerage industry, making investing more accessible to the general public. Today, The Charles Schwab Corporation is a multinational financial services giant that provides a comprehensive suite of services including investment brokerage, banking, asset management, retirement planning, and wealth management. With a stated mission "to champion every client's goals with passion and integrity," the company serves millions of individual and institutional clients. Its 2020 acquisition of TD Ameritrade further solidified its position as one of the largest brokerage firms in the world.

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United States