Standard Chartered Plc engages in the provision of banking and financial services. It operates through the following segments: Corporate & Investment Banking, Wealth & Retail Banking and Ventures. The Corporate & Investment Banking segment supports large corporations, development organizations, governments, banks and investors in accessing cross-border trade and investment opportunities. Wealth & Retail Banking segment serves the local and international banking needs of clients across the wealth continuum from Personal to Priority and Private Banking, as well as small and medium enterprises. The Ventures segment promotes innovation, invests in disruptive financial technology, and explores alternative business models. The company was founded on November 18, 1969 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.