DFS

Founded by Sears in 1985 and spun off as an independent company in 2007, Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS) has grown into one of the largest card issuers in the United States. The company's business operates through two main segments: Direct Banking and Payment Services. The Direct Banking segment includes the flagship Discover Card, as well as online banking products like savings accounts, personal loans, student loans, and home loans. The Payment Services segment operates the Discover Global Network, which includes the Discover Network, PULSE (an ATM/debit network), and Diners Club International, providing payment transaction processing and settlement services globally.