Intesa Sanpaolo is Italy's largest banking group and a leading universal bank in Europe. It offers a wide range of financial services, including retail and commercial banking, private banking, asset management, and insurance. The company was formed in 2007 through the merger of Banca Intesa and Sanpaolo IMI, with roots tracing back to 1563. It is headquartered in Turin, Italy, with major management and operating functions in Milan.