Ladenburg Thalmann Celebrates 150 Years of Growth and Evolution at the New York Stock Exchange

NYSE member since 1879 marks a century and a half of leadership in financial markets by ringing The Closing Bell®

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. (“Ladenburg Thalmann”), a major force in middle-market financing that provides expertise in investment banking, asset management, equity research, and in capital markets, today celebrates its 150th anniversary by ringing The Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”).

One of the first six members of the NYSE, the ceremony marks a full-circle moment for Ladenburg Thalmann, founded by two immigrants in 1876. Over the past 150 years, the firm has evolved across generations of market change while continuing to serve companies, institutions, financial professionals and investors.

Joseph Giovanniello, senior vice president and general counsel of Ladenburg Thalmann, will ring The Closing Bell on behalf of the firm. Giovanniello, Ladenburg Thalmann’s longest-tenured employee, is marking his 30th year with the firm, making his role in the ceremony a fitting reflection of the company’s legacy, continuity and continued evolution.

“Ladenburg Thalmann’s history is rooted in the public markets, but our story has always been one of adaptation,” said Barry Steiner, co-president and co-chief executive officer of Ladenburg Thalmann. “For 150 years, we have evolved alongside the companies, investors and financial professionals we serve. Today’s Closing Bell ceremony gives us the opportunity to honor that legacy, recognize the people who built this firm and look ahead to the momentum we are creating for the future.”

Today, Ladenburg Thalmann provides a full suite of investment banking, capital markets, equity research and asset management capabilities. The firm has raised more than $138 billion in capital, completed more than 1,300 transactions since 2000 and built equity research coverage across numerous sectors. The 150-year milestone follows a strong 2025 for Ladenburg Thalmann, with firm leaders recently reflecting on the year’s progress and the opportunities ahead

Osaic Inc. (“Osaic”), one of the nation’s largest providers of wealth management strategies and a portfolio company of Reverence Capital Partners, acquired Ladenburg Thalmann through its predecessor firm, Advisor Group. Since joining the Osaic platform, Ladenburg Thalmann has continued to expand its capabilities while preserving the client focus, capital markets expertise and entrepreneurial culture that have defined the firm for 150 years.

“Middle-market companies need partners that understand both capital formation and distribution,” said Michael Gideon, co-president and co-chief executive officer of Ladenburg Thalmann. “We bring those capabilities together through deep sector knowledge, capital markets experience and broad access to advisors, institutions and investors. That combination drives how we serve clients today and how we will continue to grow.”

Ladenburg Thalmann’s investment banking division advises clients across capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, restructuring, capital structure advisory and fairness opinions. The firm also delivers institutional sales and trading, equity research and corporate access capabilities.

“Ladenburg Thalmann represents a remarkable piece of financial services history and one that has stood the test of time,” said Jamie Price, CEO of Osaic. “Its 150th anniversary reflects the enduring value of trusted advice, disciplined execution, and client-first service. We celebrate them on this milestone and are proud to support the firm’s continued evolution.”

Ladenburg Thalmann’s participation in the Closing Bell ceremony highlights the significance of its 150-year history and continued growth as a firm. The milestone reflects its evolution from a firm founded in 1876 to a well-established leader in middle-market financial services today.

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About Ladenburg Thalmann:

Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. is a full-service, diversified financial services firm that offers a comprehensive suite of investment banking and capital markets products and services, including equity and debt capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance advisory, and fairness opinions. Ladenburg was established in 1876 and has been a member of the New York Stock Exchange since 1879.

About Osaic

Osaic, Inc. (“Osaic”), a portfolio company of Reverence Capital Partners, is one of the nation’s largest providers of wealth management strategies, supporting over 10,000 financial professionals, overseeing approximately $760 billion in client assets. Osaic’s mission is to empower entrepreneurial advisors to create leading wealth management solutions that enhance lives and legacies. Visit www.osaic.com to learn more.

Securities and investment advisory services are offered through the firms: Osaic Wealth, Inc. and Osaic Institutions, Inc., broker-dealers, registered investment advisers, and members of FINRA and SIPC. Securities are offered through Osaic Services, Inc. and Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., broker-dealers and members of FINRA and SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Ladenburg Thalmann Asset Management, Inc., Osaic Advisory Services, LLC, and CW Advisors, LLC, registered investment advisers. Advisory programs offered by Osaic Wealth, Inc. are sponsored by VISION2020 Wealth Management Corp., an affiliated registered investment adviser.