American investment bank founded by Marcus Goldman in 1869 — which built its commercial paper business, moved into underwriting under Henry Goldman, and grew to be one of the world's most prestigious financial institutions.
Built the investment bank as a cultural institution — Goldman's recruiting machine, training culture, and alumni network created a professional elite that defined American finance for a century — making Goldman both the most successful investment bank and the most influential producer of financial talent.
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