Questions about Bloomberg L.P.

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Michael Bloomberg launch Bloomberg L.P.?

Michael Bloomberg launched Innovative Market Systems, later renamed Bloomberg L.P., in 1982 after walking away from Salomon Brothers with a $10 million partnership settlement the previous year.

How much does a Bloomberg Terminal subscription cost per user annually?

Subscribers pay at least $24,000 per user each year to access real-time financial data and electronic messaging capabilities through the Bloomberg Professional Service platform.

What date was Bloomberg.com established as a financial portal?

The company established Bloomberg.com on the 29th of September 1993, creating a financial portal for currency conversion and market events.

Which company acquired BusinessWeek magazine from McGraw-Hill in 2009?

Bloomberg L.P. acquired BusinessWeek magazine from McGraw-Hill in 2009 to attract general business readers beyond terminal subscribers.

Who received two years in prison for tax evasion related to bribes involving Bloomberg staff?

Michael Campana received two years in prison in July 2020 for tax evasion related to $420,000 in bribes including Super Bowl tickets.