AB Bernstein, founded in 1967, stands as a premier name on Wall Street, acclaimed for its superior sell-side research and brokerage services. With a robust global equity trading platform that extends across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, the firm attracts leading investment managers worldwide due to its top-tier research and trading prowess.
Renowned for its Blackbooks, AB Bernstein offers in-depth and unbiased forecasts essential for informed investment decisions. The firm's research excellence is reflected in its high rankings across numerous independent surveys, where over 90% of its U.S. analysts and a majority of its European analysts are recognized as industry leaders.
The strategic acquisition of Autonomous Research in April 2019 fortified Bernstein's position as the largest global independent research firm. Operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of its buy-side parent, AB, AB Bernstein remains committed to providing the highest caliber of independent industry analysis.