Lazard Inc. is a global financial advisory and asset management firm founded in 1848 and headquartered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, with major offices in London, Paris, and other financial centers across 26+ countries. It provides independent advice and solutions on mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, capital structure, capital raising, and strategic financial matters for corporations, institutions, governments, partnerships, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. In addition to advisory services, Lazard offers investment management and asset management services to institutional and individual clients, leveraging deep sector and regional expertise. The firm is publicly traded and is widely recognized as one of the largest independent investment banks globally, combining long-standing history with a multinational service platform. Its model emphasizes bespoke advisory, cross-border deal execution, and research-driven investment solutions across markets.