RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL INC

Raymond James Financial, Inc. is a leading diversified financial services company based in the United States. Established in 1962 and public since 1983, the company provides private client group, capital markets, asset management, banking, and other services to individuals, corporations, and municipalities. Its emphasis on putting clients first and maintaining a conservative, long-term focus has contributed to its historical and continued success. The company operates through five segments: Private Client Group, Capital Markets, Asset Management, Bank, and Other. The Private Client Group segment provides financial planning, investment advisory, and securities transaction services to clients through financial advisors. Capital Markets conducts investment banking, institutional sales, securities trading, equity research, and affordable housing investments. Asset Management earns asset management and related administrative fees for providing asset management, portfolio management, and related administrative services to retail and institutional clients. The Bank segment reflects the results of the company's banking operations, including loans, deposit accounts, and interest income. The Other segment includes interest income on corporate cash balances, private equity investments, and certain corporate overhead costs. Raymond James Financial, Inc. has approximately 18,000 associates (including 3,693 employee financial advisors) and 5,019 independent advisors. The company is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional associates and independent advisors, offering competitive compensation and benefits packages, and maintaining a values-based culture. The company's website is www.raymondjames.com, and its stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "RJF."