Private company

Roosevelt & Son

Defunct American investment banking firm

Roosevelt & Son was an American investment banking firm connected with the Roosevelt family for nearly two centuries. The firm was among the oldest banking houses on Wall Street.2 It was founded by James Jacobus Roosevelt.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Roosevelt & Son was an American investment banking firm connected with the Roosevelt family for nearly two centuries. The firm was among the oldest banking houses on Wall Street.2

The story

Founded by James Jacobus Roosevelt in 1797.1

Leadership

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Timeline

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