Schroders plc is a global asset management company. It operates in three segments: Asset Management, Private Banking and Group. Asset Management principally comprises investment management, including advisory services, equity products, fixed income securities and alternative asset classes, such as property, commodities, private equity and funds of hedge funds. Private Banking principally comprises investment management and banking services provided to high net worth individuals and certain smaller institutions. The Company has 32 offices in 25 different countries, including Europe, the Americas, Asia and Middle East.