The story starts in New York City on March 18, 1852, when Henry Wells and William G. Fargo founded Wells, Fargo & Company. The discovery of gold in California had created a desperate need for a reliable way to move valuables and information across the country. They opened their first California branches in Sacramento and San Francisco in July 1852, acting as both a shipping express and a bank that bought gold dust and provided loans.
: Donating over $745 million since 2019 to support affordable housing and homeownership. wells fargo
: One of the first to offer online car shopping directly on their website. The story starts in New York City on
As the 20th century progressed, the company shifted from physical transport to digital leadership. Highlights of their innovation include: They opened their first California branches in Sacramento
: Committing to a goal of facilitation approximately $500 billion in sustainable finance activities by 2030.
: Launched mobile banking using text messaging features, recognizing the shift toward smartphones. The Sales Scandal and Culture Shift (2016)