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    Barclays
    Financial services, Banking

    Barclays

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    "Banking for a Better World"

    Founded 1690 One Churchill Place, London, United Kingdom CEO: Jes Staley, C. S. Venkatakrishnan
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    Quaker goldsmiths John Freame and Thomas Gould opened their doors on Lombard Street in London back in 1690. Their partnership laid the foundation for what would become one of the world's oldest financial institutions, evolving through centuries of mergers before formally adopting the name Barclays in 1896. The bank has consistently pushed boundaries in finance, most notably by deploying the first cash dispenser in 1967.

    Today the institution operates from One Churchill Place in Canary Wharf with over 80,000 employees spread across more than 40 countries. It manages five distinct divisions including the UK Consumer Bank, Investment Bank, and US Consumer Bank. As of April 2026 the group held approximately $2.078 trillion in assets, securing its spot as Europe's fifth-largest bank according to S&P Global.

    Leadership remains active with Jes Staley serving as Group Chief Executive alongside C. S. Venkatakrishnan as Chief Executive Officer. Recent corporate governance updates in August 2026 revealed internal share transfers involving the Group Chief Executive. The bank continues to innovate through acquisitions like the GoHenry UK unit agreed upon in August 2026 to strengthen youth banking offerings.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Current accountsMortgagesSavingsLoansCredit cardsHigh-yield savings accountsCertificates of depositCorporate advisoryRisk management solutions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Barclays?
    Barclays is a publicly traded company listed on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange, meaning it is owned by its shareholders rather than a single individual or entity.
    Who is the CEO of Barclays?
    As of 2026, Jes Staley serves as the Group Chief Executive, while C. S. Venkatakrishnan acts as the Chief Executive Officer, leading the bank's strategic direction.
    Is Barclays still in business?
    Yes, Barclays remains fully operational and active, holding over $2 trillion in assets and continuing to serve millions of customers across the UK, US, and 40 other countries.
    What are the main competitors of Barclays?
    Barclays competes primarily with other global universal banks such as HSBC, Standard Chartered, JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and Deutsche Bank in both consumer and investment sectors.
    How much is Barclays worth?
    While valuation fluctuates with the stock market, Barclays held approximately $2.078 trillion in assets as of April 2026, ranking it as Europe's fifth-largest bank by asset size.

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    Company Info

    Founded
    1690
    Founder
    John Freame, Thomas Gould
    CEO
    Jes Staley, C. S. Venkatakrishnan
    Headquarters
    One Churchill Place, London, United Kingdom
    Industry
    Financial services, Banking
    Parent Company
    Barclays PLC
    Employees
    80000
    First ATM Deployment
    1967
    Assets (April 2026)
    $2.078 trillion
    Global Operations
    Over 40 countries
    GoHenry Acquisition
    August 2026

    Official Website

    home.barclays/

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