At T. Rowe Price, our vision is to be a premier, global, diversified, active asset manager, delivering for our clients.
Founded during the Great Depression, T. Rowe Price is built on the enduring philosophy of our founder – meeting clients’ individual needs. For over 80 years and through changing investment and economic environments, the core principles that guide our business have remained the same.
At a Glance*
Our History
Founded in 1937 by Thomas Rowe Price Jr., the firm focused on building a reputation for the highest character and the soundest investment philosophy. This philosophy has continued as we have grown from the 1930’s to today.
In 1979 the firm partnered with Robert Fleming Holdings to open our first international office in London and began to expand globally. Since then, T. Rowe Price has expanded to Asia and Europe, and is now one of the largest investment firms in the world, managing £911.1 bn* for clients in 49 countries.
Our Philosophy
Going Beyond the Numbers
Research informs our decision making and guides our culture of collaboration and diverse thinking.
Our global research platform is the engine behind our portfolios. We have 304* specialist equity and fixed income research analysts based in 9 offices around the world, collaborating through joint analyst meetings and regularly sharing their research across asset classes and regions.
Our team provides a 360-degree view on all investments, delivering insights and best ideas to our portfolio managers. Going beyond the numbers to keep our investors on the right side of change.
Cornerstones of our Investment Approach
Since 1937, our investment approach has remained the same*.
Our Culture
From the beginning, having diverse perspectives has been a cornerstone of our approach at T. Rowe Price. It ensures we have the best talent available and a culture that leverages different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to meet our clients' needs. We have always embraced a culture of diversity and collaboration, and we consider this indivisible from the firm’s mission to help clients succeed.
This same philosophy guides our community efforts. By helping to improve the quality of life for those around us, we believe our own lives will be enriched in the process. We are committed to making a positive social impact in our global communities, from financial education for children to local volunteering. Since its inception in 1981, the T. Rowe Price foundation has provided US$121 million to non-profit organisations.
*All figures as at 31 December 2019. Firmwide AUM includes assets managed by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. and its investment advisory affiliates. Assets under management are calculated in U.S. dollars and converted to pound sterling using an exchange rate determined by an independent third party.