Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. engages in global investment banking, securities, and investment management. It provides a range of financial services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. The company operates through the following business segments: Investment Banking, Institutional Client Services, Investing & Lending, and Investment Management. The Investment Banking segment focuses on the provision of financial advisory services public and private sector clients around the world. The Institutional Client Services segment facilitates clients regarding buy and sell financial products, raise funding and manage risk. The Investing & Lending segment includes the company's investing and relationship lending activities across various asset classes. The Investment Management segment provides investment and wealth advisory services. The company was founded by Marcus Goldman in 1869 and is headquartered in New York, NY.