JPMorgan Chase & Co. is a U.S. multinational financial services firm headquartered in New York City. It is a major provider of investment banking, commercial banking, asset management, private banking, and treasury services. The firm's history dates back over 200 years, with its modern form resulting from the 2000 merger of J.P. Morgan & Co. and The Chase Manhattan Corporation. The company's mission is to be the most respected financial services firm in the world, serving its clients and communities with distinction.