Lazard Inc., founded in 1848, is a preeminent global financial advisory and asset management firm. It operates in 41 cities across 26 countries throughout North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. The company provides services including mergers and acquisitions advice, restructuring, capital markets solutions, and asset management to corporations, institutions, governments, and individuals. Lazard operates through two segments: Financial Advisory and Asset Management. The Financial Advisory segment offers services such as mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, restructuring, and other strategic advisory services. The Asset Management segment provides investment solutions and wealth management services.
Lazard's leadership team includes Peter R. Orszag, who serves as CEO and Chairman. Recent news includes Lazard reporting preliminary assets under management of approximately $267.0 billion as of January 31, 2026. The company's stock (NYSE: LAZ) reached a 52-week high of $58.18 on February 10, 2026. Lazard is recognized as one of the world's most prestigious investment banking firms, with a strong mergers and acquisitions group.
