What does Jefferies do?

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is a prominent American investment banking and capital markets firm based in New York City. Founded in 1962, Jefferies has established itself as a key player in the global financial industry, serving a diverse clientele that includes institutional, corporate, government, and high-net-worth clients. The firm operates through five primary business units: Investment Banking, Capital Markets, Asset Management, Research & Strategy, and Sales & Trading. Jefferies offers a wide range of services, including mergers and acquisitions advisory, capital raising, trading across various asset classes, and personalized wealth management solutions. With a strong focus on the North American middle market, Jefferies has built a reputation for its client-centric approach and independent advisory services. The company employs approximately 2,885 to 3,885 people across more than 40 offices worldwide, with major hubs in London, Hong Kong, San Francisco, Chicago, and Tokyo.