Bank of America 2011 Annual Report Download - page 275

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Bank of America Corporation (“Bank of America”) is a financial holding company that, through its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, provides banking
and nonbanking financial services. Global Wealth & Investment Management is a division of Bank of America Corporation (“BAC”). Merrill Lynch Wealth
Management, Merrill Edge’ , U.S. Trust, Bank of America Merrill Lynch and BofA’ Global Capital Management are affiliated subdivisions within Global
Wealth & Investment Management. Merrill Lynch Wealth Management makes available products and services offered by Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner &
Smith Incorporated (“MLPF&S”) and other subsidiaries of BAC. Merrill Edge’ is the marketing name for two businesses: Merrill Edge Advisory Center,
which offers team-based advice and guidance brokerage services; and a self-directed online investing platform. U.S. Trust, Bank of America Private
Wealth Management operates through Bank of America, N.A., and other subsidiaries of BAC. Bank of America Merrill Lynch is a marketing name for the
Retirement & Philanthropic Services businesses of BAC. BofA’ Global Capital Management Group, LLC (“BofA Global Capital Management”), is an asset
management division of BAC. BofA Global Capital Management entities furnish investment management services and products for institutional and
individual investors.
Banking products are provided by Bank of America, N.A., and affiliated banks, Members FDIC and wholly owned subsidiaries of BAC.
Investment Products: Are Not FDIC Insured Are Not Bank Guaranteed May Lose Value
MLPF&S is a registered broker-dealer, member SIPC and a wholly owned subsidiary of BAC.
Case studies presented herein are intended to illustrate brokerage and banking products and services available at Merrill Lynch, U.S. Trust, and
Bank of America, N.A. You should not consider these as an endorsement of Merrill Lynch as an investment adviser or as a testimonial about a client™s
experiences with Merrill Lynch as an investment adviser. Case studies do not necessarily represent the experiences of other clients, nor do they indicate
future performance. Investment results may vary. The investment strategies discussed are not appropriate for every investor and should be considered
given a person™s investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs.
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