About CFA Institute Shaping an investment industry that serves the greater good

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CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that sets the standard for professional excellence. We are a champion for ethical behavior in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community.

Our ultimate goal? To serve the greater good by creating an environment where investors’ interests come first, markets function at their best, and economies grow.

Competence and Ethics to Drive Economic Growth

Our broader mission begins with the gold-standard Chartered Financial Analyst designation. More than 100,000 CFA charterholders lead the investment industry in analytical rigor and ethical behavior. This graduate-level credential demands that CFA charterholders do right by their clients and demonstrate the highest level of professional integrity and expertise.

CFA Institute has more than 109,000 members around the world. Join our global community to help shape an investment industry that serves the greater good.

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