Ameriprise Financial Celebrates 130-Year Anniversary and Its Unwavering Commitment to Clients

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Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) celebrates its 130th anniversary on June 29. Founded in Minneapolis in 1894, the firm now operates in 18 countries, managing over $1.4 trillion in assets. Ameriprise has grown its market capitalization from $8.8 billion in 2005 to over $43 billion today. The company, which was originally known as Investors Syndicate and later as Investors Diversified Services (IDS), has maintained a strong commitment to client trust, innovation, and community support. Since its public debut in 2005 post-spinoff from American Express, Ameriprise has donated over $200 million to nonprofits and aims to exceed 130 million meals donated to Feeding America by the end of 2024.

Under the leadership of Jim Cracchiolo, Ameriprise has consistently delivered strong financial performance, holding the #1 position in total shareholder return in the S&P 500 Financials Index since 2005. The company is also known for its resilience, having navigated major economic crises without government bailouts and continually investing in its capabilities and people.

Guided by a mission to help clients confidently achieve their financial goals, Ameriprise has grown into a global financial services powerhouse

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- On Saturday, June 29, Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) will celebrate its 130^th anniversary. The firm, founded in Minneapolis in 1894, today operates in 18 countries globally, helping millions of highly satisfied clients, institutions, and small businesses confidently achieve their long-term financial goals. As a diversified financial services firm, Ameriprise and its more than 21,000 employees and financial advisors manage and administer more than $1.4 trillion in assetsⁱ – while consistently earning top marks for client trust and satisfactionⁱⁱ, innovationⁱⁱⁱ and employee engagement.^iv

Ameriprise has stood by its mission to help clients feel confident about their financial future, executing a consistent growth strategy, providing advice based on client goals, and expertly serving needs across approximately 6.4 million accounts. The firm’s market capitalization has grown from $8.8 billion since its spinoff from American Express in 2005 to more than $43 billion^v.

“Our 130-year anniversary is a time to reflect on the longstanding legacy of Ameriprise, our exceptionally talented global team, and the generations of clients who have entrusted us with their financial futures,” said Jim Cracchiolo, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “As the world has changed, we have continually invested in and transformed our business – always staying true to our mission and our values: clients first, excellence, integrity, and respect. As we look forward, we have an incredible opportunity to build on our outstanding foundation – guided by the ingenuity and culture of care that have set Ameriprise apart for the last 130 years.”

Thriving for 130 years

Founded as Investors Syndicate in 1894, the company began with 1,000 individual Americans investing $5 each to help secure and achieve their dreams and aspirations. Investors Syndicate changed its name to Investors Diversified Services (IDS) in 1949, and to American Express Financial Advisors in 1984 when it was acquired by American Express. In 2005, under Cracchiolo’s leadership, the firm successfully completed one of the largest spinoffs in U.S. history, debuting as a new public company, Ameriprise Financial.

Ameriprise has stood by clients through good times and bad – never a day late or a penny short. In the 1930s, when many companies collapsed under the weight of the Great Depression, the firm paid out to certificate owners every dollar owed. In fact, the company’s original certificate business from 1894 still operates today.

During the financial crisis of 2008, Ameriprise was well-positioned to help clients navigate uncertainty while keeping the company strong. Unlike many competitors, Ameriprise respectfully declined the U.S. government’s offer of financial assistance to weather the Great Recession, in part due to its strong balance sheet and risk management strategy. When the unaffiliated Reserve Fund “broke the buck” and froze assets, Ameriprise advanced $700 million of its own capital to clients to help them meet cash needs.

A financial services powerhouse

Through market cycles, geopolitical events, and pandemics, the company has consistently delivered for its stakeholders. Today, Ameriprise stands tall in the industry and holds the #1 position in total shareholder return in the S&P 500 Financials Index since its spinoff in 2005.^vi

Under Cracchiolo’s leadership, Ameriprise continues to grow across wealth management, global asset management, as well as retirement and protection. Ameriprise is investing in its capabilities, solutions, and people while _­­­­­driving innovation, executing with excellence, and managing the business prudently. Its success is underpinned by a world-class balance sheet and capital position, risk management, industry-leading technology, and exceptional employee engagement.

A commitment to strengthening communities

Since becoming a public company in 2005, the firm, along with its employees and advisors, has donated more than $200 million through corporate grants, individual donations, and gift matching to nonprofits globally. In its 15-year partnership with Feeding America, Ameriprise has donated more than 125 million meals to people in need – and, in honor of its 130-year anniversary, the company has a goal of exceeding 130 million by the end of 2024. Ameriprise will also provide special ­­­grants to Feeding America and Global FoodBanking Network totaling $130,000.

For more information, visit the Our History page on ameriprise.com, contact an advisor in your community to learn more about their practice, or review the company’s Responsible Business page.

About Ameriprise Financial

At Ameriprise Financial, we have been helping people feel more confident about their financial future for 130 years. With extensive investment advice, global asset management capabilities and insurance solutions, and a nationwide network of more than 10,000 financial advisors, we have the strength and expertise to serve the full range of individual and institutional investors' financial needs.

Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results.

Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Investment products are not insured by the FDIC, NCUA or any federal agency, are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by any financial institution, and involve investment risks including possible loss of principal and fluctuation in value.

Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, a registered investment adviser.

Securities offered by Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Member FINRA and SIPC.

© 2024 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.

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ⁱ Ameriprise Financial Q1 2024 earnings AMP Q1 2024 Earnings Release (q4cdn.com).

ⁱⁱ Ameriprise created the Client Experience Survey to give clients an opportunity to rate their satisfaction with a financial advisor or practice using a scale of 1 to 5. Each client has an opportunity to access the Ameriprise Secure Client Site and provide a rating. The client satisfaction score is an average of all client responses for that advisor or practice within a rolling 24-month period as of 12/31/2023. There is no minimum number of responses required for an advisor or practice to receive a rating and advisors or practices may have received unfavorable ratings. Client experiences may vary, and working with any Ameriprise financial advisor or practice is not a guarantee of future financial results. Investors should not consider the Client Experience Survey score a substitute for their own research and evaluation of a financial advisor’s or practice’s qualifications.

ⁱⁱⁱ American Innovation Index: Fordham University partnered with the Norwegian School of Economics and Rockbridge Associates, a part of Illuminas, to survey 7,383 U.S. adult customers across 200 brands and 20 industries from 7/11/2023 to 7/23/2023. Multiple indexes were developed from the survey results. The American Innovation Index measures customers’ perception of a brand as innovative, creative, pioneering and changing the marketplace. Ameriprise scored highest among six financial institutions in this index and 38th out of the 200 companies included. The Social Innovation Index measures customers’ perception of a brand as innovating on behalf of society and the environment. Ameriprise scored the highest among six financial institutions in this index and 11th out of the 200 companies included. Ameriprise did not pay a fee to be evaluated for this rating or publicly cite the results.

^iv Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized America’s Greatest Workplaces across 78 industries. They conducted confidential, online surveys from 2022-2023 among approximately 142,000 women working for U.S. companies that employed >500 people in 2023 and >1,000 people in 2022. Respondents rated current or familiar employers on their overall likelihood to recommend; and their current employer on eight employee satisfaction drivers. Companies' final scores were based on performance in survey recommendations, driver categories, additional research on publicly available metrics and media monitoring. The final list recognized the 1,000 companies with the highest scores. Ameriprise did not pay a fee to be evaluate for this recognition but did pay a fee to Plant-A to publicly cite the results of the survey. For more information, visit www.newsweek.com/rankings/americas-greatest-workplaces-women-2024.

^v Bloomberg, June 20, 2024

^vi Source: Bloomberg. Ranking calculated based on members of the S&P 500 Financials Index as of Sept. 30, 2005 that are still members as of May 31, 2024.

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Source: Ameriprise Financial, Inc.

FAQ

When is Ameriprise Financial's 130th anniversary?

Ameriprise Financial's 130th anniversary is on June 29.

What is the stock symbol for Ameriprise Financial?

The stock symbol for Ameriprise Financial is AMP.

How much in assets does Ameriprise Financial manage?

Ameriprise Financial manages over $1.4 trillion in assets.

What was Ameriprise Financial's market capitalization growth from 2005 to now?

Ameriprise Financial's market capitalization grew from $8.8 billion in 2005 to over $43 billion today.

How many meals has Ameriprise Financial donated to Feeding America?

Ameriprise Financial has donated over 125 million meals to Feeding America and aims to exceed 130 million by the end of 2024.

What is Ameriprise Financial's ranking in the S&P 500 Financials Index?

Ameriprise Financial holds the #1 position in total shareholder return in the S&P 500 Financials Index since 2005.

How many countries does Ameriprise Financial operate in?

Ameriprise Financial operates in 18 countries.

What is the historical significance of Ameriprise Financial during economic crises?

Ameriprise Financial has shown resilience during economic crises, such as the Great Depression and the 2008 financial crisis, without relying on government bailouts.