Wells Fargo was founded in 1852 by Henry Wells and William Fargo in New York City, USA, to provide express and banking services during the California Gold Rush. There is no separate "Wells Fargo UK"; rather, it is a major U.S. bank with a global presence, offering various financial services in multiple countries, including the UK
Overview
- Ticker: LSE: 0R2F
- Routing / Sort Codes
- Swift Code: PNBPGB2LXXX
- Market Cap: ~ Approx. £207.69 B
- Founders: Henry Wells and William Fargo
- Alternate Names: Wells Fargo Bank
- Category: Private Limited Company
Headquarters
- Location: 8th Floor, 33 King William St, London EC4R 9AN, United Kingdom
- City: London
- Website: Wells Fargo Official Website
Accreditation & Regulation
Wells Fargo's UK operations are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). As for quality assurance, Wells Fargo is subject to various internal and external compliance standards and regulations, including the U.S. SEC and MSRB rules, and its London branch adheres to UK and EU regulations. Regarding certifications, the company holds various accreditations relevant to its US operations and has a history of customer complaints, particularly concerning past scandals like the fake accounts scandal, which has negatively impacted its relationship with organizations like the Better Business Bureau
Customer Support
- Phone: 0800 731 7828 (UK) | +44 020 3942 8000 (International)
- Email: europeancustomercare@wellsfargo.com
- Online Help: Wells Fargo Help & Support