Dow Jones & Company, Inc. is a prominent American financial media and publishing firm, founded in 1882 by Charles Dow, Edward Jones, and Charles Bergstresser. It is best known as the publisher of The Wall Street Journal, one of the world's leading financial newspapers with a daily circulation exceeding 2 million, and operates other notable publications and platforms including Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, and Private Equity International. The company also provides financial information services, indexing services—most notably the Dow Jones Industrial Average created in 1896—and data analytics tools like Factiva. In 2007, Dow Jones was acquired by News Corporation (News Corp) in a deal valued at approximately $5 billion and is now owned by News Corp, integrating it into the media conglomerate's portfolio while maintaining editorial independence for its core publications. Under CEO Almar Latour, the company emphasizes high-quality reporting on markets, economics, and corporate affairs, serving professionals, investors, and the general public. Despite facing controversies related to perceived biases and legal challenges, Dow Jones continues to innovate with digital subscriptions and events, solidifying its influence in global financial discourse.