Amundi was formed in 2010 through the merger of the asset management businesses of Crédit Agricole and Société Générale, creating one of Europe’s largest investment managers. Headquartered in Paris, the firm rapidly expanded its global footprint through both organic growth and acquisitions, most notably its 2017 purchase of Pioneer Investments from UniCredit, which significantly increased its presence in Italy, Germany, and the United States. Amundi has built a diversified platform spanning active management, passive strategies, ETFs, and real assets, serving institutional clients, sovereign entities, and retail investors worldwide. With trillions of euros in assets under management, it has become a central player in European finance, known for its scale, cost-efficient products, and strong distribution network through its banking partners.