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Bloomberg L.P. is a global financial data, software, and media company founded in 1981 by Michael Bloomberg and his partners. Originally named Innovative Market Systems, it rebranded to Bloomberg L.P. in 1986. The company is renowned for the Bloomberg Terminal, a proprietary platform that provides real-time financial data, analytics, and trading tools to over 350,000 subscribers worldwide. Bloomberg operates in three main areas: financial technology, news/media, and data analytics. Its flagship product, the Bloomberg Terminal, offers market data, news, and communication tools for financial professionals. Bloomberg News, with over 120 bureaus globally, covers financial markets, politics, and technology across various platforms, including digital, television, and print. The company also provides specialized data and analytics services, including legal and regulatory information, through its acquisitions. Bloomberg L.P. is privately held, with an estimated revenue of $12.5 billion in 2023, primarily from terminal subscriptions.