Company Research Report: Barclays PLC

Company Overview

• Name: Barclays PLC

• Mission of the Company: To be the UK-centred leader in global finance; renowned for excellent operational performance, highly satisfied customers and clients, strong liquidity, capital and risk management.

• Founded: Barclays traces its history back to 1690 when it was established by John Freame and Thomas Gould as goldsmith bankers in London.

• Key People: C.S. Venkatakrishnan (CEO)

• Headquarters: 1 Churchill Place, London, E14 5HP, United Kingdom

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Barclays is known for being a diversified international financial services provider, offering personal banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking and wealth management.

Products

• Banking Services: Barclays provides a wide array of financial products and services including UK consumer banking, corporate and investment banking, US consumer banking, and wealth and private banking.

• Barclays UK: Offers personal and business banking services, including Barclaycard UK.

• Barclays Investment Bank: Provides global markets and investment banking services.

• Barclays UK Corporate Bank: Caters to UK Corporates with financial and advisory services.

• Barclays Private Bank and Wealth Management: Offers wealth management services and digital investing services through Smart Investor.

• Barclays US Consumer Bank: Provides co-branded and private label credit cards, installment loans, and online savings accounts.

Key Features

• UK Banking: Comprehensive range of banking services trusted by over 20 million customers.

• Investment Banking: Global scale operations serving multinational corporate and institutional clients.

• Corporate Services: Financial and advisory capabilities for SMEs and mid-cap businesses.

• Wealth Management: Investing, banking, and lending products alongside expert advice.

• US Consumer Banking: Partner cards, small business services, and retail customer solutions in the US.

Recent Developments

• Q3 2024 Results: Announced on 24 October 2024.

• Partnerships:

• General Motors and Barclays signed a long-term credit card partnership agreement in October 2024 to build loyalty and engagement with GM customers.

• Strategic Initiatives:

• A multiyear plan to make Barclays Simpler, Better, and More balanced by 2026 focusing on higher quality income, improved customer experience, and balanced capital allocation.

• Established a new Energy Transition Group within its Corporate and Investment Bank to support clients on the path to net zero.

• Climate Strategy: Published a revised Climate Change Statement emphasizing support for energy companies to decarbonise.

• Sustainability Investments: Invested in HT Materials Science, focusing on reducing energy use through its £500m Sustainable Impact Capital portfolio.

Additional Insights

• Operational Strategy: Barclays is working on simplifying its structure, improving operational performance, and enhancing shareholder returns.

• Market Position: Barclays operates within five main divisions: Barclays UK, Barclays Investment Bank, Barclays UK Corporate Bank, Barclays Private Bank and Wealth Management, and Barclays US Consumer Bank.

• Historical Roots: Barclays has a rich history dating back to the late 17th century, demonstrating a longstanding tradition in financing and banking services.

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