Ameriprise Financial Inc is a diversified financial services company offering a wide range of products and services including financial planning, investment management, and insurance. With a history dating back to 1894, it operates globally, serving individual and institutional clients. Its offerings span across advice and wealth management, asset management under the Columbia Threadneedle Investments brand, and retirement and protection solutions. Originally part of American Express, it became an independent entity in 2005 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.