What does Fidelity International do?

Fidelity International (FIL) is a private, employee-owned investment management company that was established in 1969. It operates independently from its US counterpart, Fidelity Investments, and manages over US$437 billion in assets for a diverse range of clients, including private individuals, institutions, and financial organizations across Europe, Canada, Asia, and beyond. With its largest research and investment hub in London, Fidelity International employs over 7,000 people in more than 24 countries. The company offers a variety of active asset management solutions, including mutual funds, pension management, and retirement services tailored for personal and institutional investors. Its investment solutions feature both proprietary funds and third-party options, supported by a team of around 300 portfolio managers and researchers. Fidelity International also provides global platform solutions, digital tools for employee engagement, and centralized benefits management, serving approximately 2.5 million clients worldwide. The firm emphasizes long-term investing and proprietary research, positioning itself as a leader in financial wellbeing and workplace culture.