State Street is a leading financial services provider serving some of the world’s most sophisticated institutions. It offers a flexible suite of services that spans the investment spectrum, including investment management, research and trading, and investment servicing.

In 1970, State Street opened its first international office, in Munich. Today, with $22.4 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $1.9 trillion* in assets under management as of June 30, 2012, State Street operates in 29 countries and serves customers in more than 100 geographic markets worldwide.

State Street’s singular focus on serving the needs of institutional investors is one of its key competitive differentiators. State Street is an industry leader and innovator - setting standards with new products and services, and expanding the depth and breadth of client relationships.