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Financial Intermediation
US
updated 6 months ago

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

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Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, commonly known as Merrill Lynch, is a prominent financial services firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1914, the company has evolved into a key player in the wealth management and investment banking sectors, serving clients across North America and globally. Merrill Lynch offers a diverse range of core services, including investment advisory, asset management, and brokerage services, distinguished by its commitment to personalised client solutions. The firm has achieved notable milestones, such as its integration with Bank of America, enhancing its market position and expanding its service offerings. Recognised for its innovative approach and extensive research capabilities, Merrill Lynch continues to be a trusted partner for individuals and institutions seeking comprehensive financial strategies. With a legacy of excellence, the firm remains a leader in the competitive financial landscape.

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36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated's score of 36 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Bank of America Corporation

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The organisation is a current subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. The absence of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the firm may rely on broader corporate strategies and commitments established by its parent company, Bank of America Corporation. Given the lack of direct emissions data, it is important to note that Merrill Lynch's climate commitments may be aligned with industry standards and practices, but specific details are not provided. The firm’s approach to carbon emissions and climate action remains unclear without further information from its parent organisation or additional disclosures.

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2010201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
106,870,000
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Scope 2
1,644,068,000
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0,000,000
00,000,000
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Scope 3
1,450,834,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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-

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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