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Philadelphia's economy is heavily based upon manufacturing, refining, food, government, legal and financial services. It is home
to several very large companies and major parts of the United States government.
Philadelphia Stock Exchange
http://www.phlx.com/
The Philadelphia Stock Exchange (PHLX) was founded in 1790 and is the oldest stock exchange in the United States.
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
http://www.phil.frb.org/
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is responsible for the Third District of the United States. It covers eastern
Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and the state of Delaware.
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
http://www.gpcc.com/
The GPCC dedicates itself to supporting and encouraging the continued growth of its member companies.
Business in Philadelphia
http://www.phila.gov/business/
Business resources provided by the City of Philadelphia.
Aramark
http://www.aramark.com/
A Philadelphia based corporation providing institutional services, including food and uniform service to major companies and
institutions.
Comcast
http://www.comcast.com
The largest cable company in the United States, providing broadband cable and television programming.
Founded in 1963 by Ralph J. Roberts, Daniel Aaron, and Julian A. Brodsky and incorporated six years later in Philadelphia.
Pep Boys
http://www.pepboys.com/
An automotive parts and repair services retailer headquartered in the City of Brotherly Love.
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