Lazard Ltd, a leading financial advisory and asset management firm, operates across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Central and South America through its multiple subsidiaries. Divided into two segments, the Financial Advisory sector offers a wide range of advisory services such as mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and shareholder advisory, while the Asset Management sector provides investment solutions and financial services covering equity and fixed income strategies as well as alternative investments and private equity funds. Lazard Ltd has a diversified client base ranging from corporate, partnership, institutional, government, sovereign, and individual customers across various industry areas such as healthcare and life sciences, technology, and real estate. Founded in 1848 and based in Hamilton, Bermuda, Lazard Ltd has established itself as a reputable firm in the financial sector.