RBC Capital Markets began as Dominion Securities Corporation Limited in 1864 and built an early reputation in Canadian bond markets before expanding internationally. RBC Capital Markets operates within Royal Bank of Canada and provides investment banking, global markets, corporate banking, sustainable finance, and research services. The company serves corporations, institutional investors, asset managers, private equity firms, and governments with advisory, financing, trading, and execution support. RBC Capital Markets maintains a broad market presence across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.