Ferris, Baker Watts

Ferris, Baker Watts was a prominent full-service investment banking and securities brokerage firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1900, the firm provided a wide array of financial services, including corporate finance, equity research, and wealth management, with a specialized focus on middle-market companies. Within the healthcare and life sciences sectors, the firm was known for providing investment banking services and equity research coverage for emerging biotechnology and medical technology firms. In 2008, the company was acquired by the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) to expand its presence in the United States. Following the acquisition, its operations were integrated into RBC Wealth Management and RBC Capital Markets.