The Clearing House

Owned by 24 of the world's largest commercial banks, The Clearing House (TCH) is the oldest banking and payments association in the United States, dating back to 1853. Its mission is to support the safety, security, and efficiency of the U.S. financial system. TCH operates critical payment systems that clear and settle trillions of dollars in payments daily, including the RTP® (Real-Time Payments) network, the EPN® (Electronic Payments Network) for ACH transactions, and CHIPS® (Clearing House Interbank Payments System) for large-value cross-border payments. In addition to its role as a payments operator, TCH is a leading advocate, researcher, and educator for the financial services industry.