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Edward Jones Named One of the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies To Work For^® by Great Place To Work^® and Fortune^® Magazine

2023 Fortune Magazine Great Place to work

Edward Jones has been named among the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For^® by Great Place to Work^® and Fortune^® magazine. The firm ranked No. 62 on the celebrated 2023 list, establishing itself as one of the best places to work in the country.

Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status or other demographic identifiers.

Edward Jones is on a multi-year journey of transformation, one that is geared toward serving its clients more completely through deep personal relationships and comprehensive planning and advice. Serving our clients starts with taking care of our financial advisors, branch team support members and home office employees by listening and learning from them, and by offering new forms of flexibility, autonomy and choice so they can better serve their clients and communities.

“We are a place of belonging, where our associates come together to live out their purpose and our firm’s purpose and help clients achieve what matters most.”

Suzan McDaniel, Chief Human Resources Officer at Edward Jones

Edward Jones recently released its fifth-annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report, “Partnering for Positive Impact,” which outlines how the firm has worked to help improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and to better communities and society. The report highlights some of the ways Edward Jones furthered a place of belonging for its associates and advanced its diverse representation goals, educated more than 175,000 individuals through its Financial Fitness program and donated more than $26 million to 259 organizations through corporate, Edward Jones Foundation and philanthropic giving.

Making the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list is highly competitive. Using its proprietary Trust IndexTM, Great Place to Work evaluated more than 500,000 employee surveys nationwide for key behaviors that drive trust in management, connection with colleagues and loyalty to company.

Fortune^® 500, published June 2023, data as of December 2022. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.

Edward Jones Named One of the World’s Most Admired Companies By Fortune Magazine

September 28, 2023/in Awards & Accolades, In the News Optional /by tina.takerngpol

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Edward Jones Named One of the World’s Most Admired Companies By Fortune^® Magazine

Edward Jones has been named to Fortune magazine’s 2023 list of the World’s Most Admired Companies, a recognition of the most respected and reputable companies globally. The firm ranked No. 5 in the Securities/Asset Management industry category.

Positive impact manifests in a multitude of forms. During the past three years, financial advisors have guided clients to navigate market volatility and uncertainty with confidence, and as the opportunity arose, the firm added 725 new branches to serve additional clients in local communities.

“As a firm, we are built on relationships and invest deeply in them. Being named a Most Admired Company is a testament to the depth of these relationships among our 8 million clients, 50,000 associates and 3,000 communities where we serve,” said Kristin Johnson, Chief Transformation Officer.

In 2022, Edward Jones began accelerating its journey and aspiration to serve clients more completely through deep personal relationship and comprehensive planning and advice. The firm believes it has an opportunity to serve 40 million families in North America – relationships that go beyond traditional investment advice to an experience that enables its clients to achieve that is more important to them.

“At the heart of our relationships is a shared determination to grow our impact and to live in harmony with our firm’s purpose: to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society.”

Kristin Johnson, Chief Transformation Officer

To create the ranking of Most Admired Companies, Fortune® magazine and research partner Korn Ferry began with the 1,000 largest U.S. companies by revenue plus foreign companies listed in Fortune’s^® Global 500 database. Using nine criteria, ranging from investment value to social responsibility, they whittled down to the highest-revenue companies in each industry, a total of 645 companies (453 U.S.-based and 192 based elsewhere) across 52 industries. A survey of 15,000 senior executives, outside directors and industry analysts determined the top-rated companies from that pool of 645. The final list was announced in February 2023.

2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For^®, published April 2023, research by Great Places to Work, data as of August 2022. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.

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Edward Jones Ranks No. 6 on 2023 PEOPLE Companies That Care List

September 19, 2023/in Awards & Accolades, In the News Optional /by tina.takerngpol

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Edward Jones Ranks No. 6 on 2023 PEOPLE Companies That Care List

Edward Jones has been named No. 6 on the 2023 Companies that Care list, published by Great Place To Work^® and PEOPLE magazine. Earning a spot means that Edward Jones has surpassed rigorous benchmarks, establishing itself as one of the best companies to work for in the country.

Edward Jones is a human-centered firm, with a longstanding culture of caring that embraces clients, colleagues and communities. The culture of caring is an important part of why Edward Jones associates say it is a great place to work. The Companies that Care data showed that, as of August 2022, 90% of Edward Jones associates said it is a great place to work — 33% higher than the average U.S. company.

Edward Jones’ culture of caring is rooted in the firm’s purpose: to partner for positive impact, to improve the lives of clients and colleagues, and together better our communities and society.

Great Place To Work^® and People magazine highlighted Edward Jones’ community support as a contributor to the high ranking. The firm anticipates giving approximately $200 million between 2020 and the end of 2025 in communities we serve throughout the U.S. and Canada.

“Charitable giving is one of many ways we bring our purpose to life,” said Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer Schoonmaker-Dasch. “Edward Jones financial advisors are involved and invested in our local communities.”

The PEOPLE Companies That Care list is based on more than 1.3 million employee survey responses and data from companies representing the experience of more than 7.5 million employees. Of those surveys, 1.1 million came from employees at companies eligible for this year’s list, and these rankings are based on that feedback.

“Our shared purpose calls us to help every client and community where we live and work to thrive.”

Jennifer Schoonmaker-Dasch, Edward Jones Financial Advisor

You can learn more about our culture of caring in the Edward Jones annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report, “Purpose in Action,” which showcases the many ways we brought our purpose to life in 2022.

Disclosures: 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care, published by PEOPLE magazine August 2023, research by Great Place To Work®, data as of August 2022. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.

Edward Jones Named Fortune® 2023 Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

September 8, 2023/in Awards & Accolades, In the News Optional /by tina.takerngpol

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Edward Jones Ranks on the Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance List by Fortune and Great Place to Work®

2023 Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Edward Jones has been named on the “Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance” list by Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine. We’re No. 16 out of 100 large companies.

The survey found that 90% of Edward Jones associates said the firm is a great place to work. This number is 33% higher than the average U.S. company. Edward Jones is a place of belonging, where associates come together to live out the firm’s purpose and help clients achieve what matters most. The Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance list is based on analysis of survey responses from over 191,000 employees from Great Place To Work Certified™ companies in the financial services and insurance industry.

“We care deeply about enabling fulsome development opportunities, offering career pathways that allow for growth, and providing a variety of benefits and programs that align to our values and culture. Perhaps, most importantly, our colleagues know that they can connect both personally and professionally with our firm’s purpose – to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues and, together, better our communities and society,” said Suzan McDaniel, Chief Human Resources Officer at Edward Jones.

The Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance is highly competitive. Great Place to Work, the global authority on workplace culture, selected the list using rigorous analytics and confidential employee feedback. Companies were only considered if they had been a Great Place to Work-Certified™ organization.

Companies are assessed on how well they are creating a great employee experience that cuts across job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status and other demographic identifiers.

“We’re incredibly proud to be recognized for our work environment, especially as we are keenly focused on continuously fostering an inclusive workplace where all associates can thrive.”

Suzan McDaniel, Chief Human Resources Officer at Edward Jones

Edward Jones strives to be a place of belonging where systems and processes embed diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the firm, and where individuals are respected, valued and met with the necessary resources to reach their individual potential.

For more on how Edward Jones is creating a place of belonging, please see the Edward Jones annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report, “Purpose in Action,” which showcases the many ways we bring our purpose to life.

2023 Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance®, published Fortune September 2023, research by Great Places to Work®, data as of August 2022. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating. From Fortune. ©2023 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Proud to be at the top of the lists for ‘Best Advisor Pay’ ranking

June 19, 2023/in Awards & Accolades, Experienced Financial Advisor Optional /by ndowney

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Proud to be at the top of the lists for ‘Best Advisor Pay’ ranking

In May 2023, Financial Planning listed Edward Jones as the number one firm for Best Advisor Pay for $2M, $1M and $600K producers and second for the $400K producer.

See how Edward Jones compares (PDF)

Each year Financial Planning’s parent company, Arizent, invites leading investment firms to submit their advisor compensation data then enlists the independent consulting services of Tasnady Associates to provide the analysis of base pay for financial advisors. Their report provided payout rates at four levels of production, $2M, $1M, $600K and $400K and broke out the firms into two segment types – wirehouse or national and regional broker-dealer. Again this year, Edward Jones ranked #1 in production levels ($2M, $1M and $600K) and #2 at the $400K level – across both national and regional broker-dealer and wirehouse firms.

This outstanding ranking is commensurate with our firm’s entrepreneurial business model allowing our financial advisors to build their businesses their way.

“At Edward Jones, you run your own office, set your own goals and partner with clients on achieving their financial and life goals – and your compensation will reflect your success in those efforts.”

-Ken Cella, Principal, Branch Development

In addition to providing our financial advisors with the autonomy to set their own goals, Edward Jones also rewards our financial advisors as they earn them. Bonuses are not deferred and paid at year end; instead, they are paid every trimester.

Competitively speaking, Edward Jones has one of the top compensation structures in the industry.

See how Edward Jones compares (PDF)

Important Information:
To help advisors make sense of it all, Financial Planning presents this annual analysis of core compensation components at wirehouses, national and regional broker-dealers. Company data compiled by Arizent; analysis by Tasnady & Associates. Data as of December 2022. Source: Financial-planning.com (May 2023). Neither Financial Planning, Arizent, nor Tasnady & Associates receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking but provided for using the rating.

Edward Jones Named on the Top 100 Companies to Watch for Fully Remote Jobs in 2023 List

February 24, 2023/in Awards & Accolades Optional /by Christian.Bruner

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Edward Jones Named on the Top 100 Companies to Watch for Fully Remote Jobs in 2023 List

Edward Jones has been named No. 10 on the “Top 100 Companies to Watch for Fully Remote Jobs in 2023” list by Virtual Vocations.

The survey found that in the last year the number of remote job postings with Edward Jones increased by 45.6%. The firm has more than 1,600 permanent home-based associates across all 50 states.

Whether working in a branch office, the Home Office or from home, Edward Jones values the diverse perspectives and skills associates bring to its more than 8 million clients.

“Our approach to flexible ways of working reflects our culture as being a place of belonging whether working at home or at our corporate offices,” said Ben Schuster, department leader Talent Acquisition at Edward Jones.

Remote work opens the Edward Jones opportunity to a broader pool of candidates, advancing the firm’s purpose: To partner for positive impact to improve the lives of clients and colleagues, and together, better communities and society.

“When Edward Jones says they’re built to make a difference, they truly are,” said Maria Sparks, senior recruiter at Edward Jones. “Built to make a difference in the lives of our clients and built to make a difference in your everyday life providing flexibly through remote work for you to reach your professional and personal goals in one.”

Edward Jones offers an attractive, flexible work policy to permanent home-based associates and other part-time and contract remote workers. The firm supports remote work success not only through technology, but also through its Remote Connections Business Resource Group, which exists to foster connectedness and career growth throughout the firm.

The Companies to Watch for Fully Remote Jobs list is based on analysis of employers’ published fully remote job openings over the past 12 months. This is Virtual Vocations’ 7th annual report and in 2022 Edward Jones ranked no. 24.

Edward Jones has asked the million dollar question, which is a win for the business and the associate: where do you work best?

– Mariah Sparks, Senior Recruiter, Human Resources at Edward Jones

For more on how Edward Jones is creating a place of belonging, please see the fourth-annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report, “Partnering for Positive Impact,” which showcases the firm’s year-end 2021 achievements and how it works to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better its communities and society.

Top 100 Companies to Watch for Fully Remote Jobs in 2023, published January 2023, research by Virtual Vocations. Data as of December 2022.

Edward Jones Named One of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE Magazine

February 15, 2023/in Awards & Accolades, In the News Optional /by Christian.Bruner

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Edward Jones Named One of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE Magazine

Financial services firm Edward Jones has been named to Fortune® magazine’s 2023 list of the World’s Most Admired Companies, a recognition of the most respected and reputable companies globally. The firm ranked No. 5 in the Securities/Asset Management industry category.

“As a firm, we are built on deep, trusted, personal relationships. Being named a Most Admired Company is a testament to the depth of these relationships among our 8 million clients, 50,000 associates and 3,000 communities where we serve,” said Kristin Johnson, Edward Jones Chief Transformation Officer. “At the heart of our relationships is a shared determination to grow our impact and to live in harmony with our firm’s purpose: to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society.”

Positive impact manifests in a multitude of forms. During the past three years, financial advisors have guided clients to navigate market volatility and uncertainty with confidence, and as the opportunity arose, the firm added 725 new branches to serve additional clients in local communities. Beyond its work with clients, the Edward Jones Financial Fitness in-person and online education programs have helped nearly 450,000 learners increase their financial literacy since 2020.

“As a firm, we are built on deep, trusted, personal relationships. Being named a Most Admired Company is a testament to the depth of these relationships among our 8 million clients, 50,000 associates and 3,000 communities where we serve.

-Kristin Johnson, Edward Jones Chief Transformation Officer

For associates, the firm encourages participation in the Day of Caring, a paid day off to volunteer for an organization of their choosing — with nearly 58,000 hours donated in 2022. The firm’s generous parental leave policy, comprehensive wellness program, flexible work policies, financial education resources and profit-sharing program contribute to associates’ sense of physical and financial well-being.

The firm’s impact to the community is significant, as well. The firm has raised $35.7 million since 2016 (against a goal of $50 million by 2025) for the Alzheimer’s Association, in its fight to end Alzheimer’s disease. Through a partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, 11,000 trees were planted in U.S. cities and through reforestation projects in 2022. More than $33.5 million in corporate, Edward Jones foundation and associate giving contributed to 318 organizations around the U.S.

In 2022, Edward Jones began accelerating its journey and aspiration to serve clients more completely through deep personal relationships and comprehensive planning and advice. The firm believes it has an opportunity to serve 40 million families in North America — relationships that go beyond traditional investment advice to an experience that enables its clients to achieve financially what is most important to them.

To create the ranking of Most Admired Companies, Fortune® magazine and research partner Korn Ferry began with the 1,000 largest U.S. companies by revenue plus foreign companies listed in Fortune’s® Global 500 database. Using nine criteria, ranging from investment value to social responsibility, they whittled down to the highest-revenue companies in each industry, a total of 645 companies (453 U.S.-based and 192 based elsewhere) across 52 industries. A survey of 15,000 senior executives, outside directors and industry analysts determined the top-rated companies from that pool of 645. The final list was announced in February 2023.

2023 Fortune® World’s Most Admired Companies list, published February 2023, in partnership with Korn Ferry, data as of November 2022. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.

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Edward Jones Recognized for Exceptional Training Program

February 14, 2023/in Awards & Accolades, The Financial Advisor Opportunity Optional /by Christian.Bruner

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Edward Jones Recognized for Exceptional Training Program

For the 23rd consecutive year, Edward Jones has been recognized as a top training company, having been named to the 2023 Training APEX awards list by Training magazine. The award recognizes organizations worldwide that have the most successful learning and development programs. Edward Jones ranked No.14, up 10 spots from last year.

Additionally, Edward Jones was recognized with a Best Practice Award for the firm’s JonesSpark program, an internal crowdsourcing tool to engage associates firmwide to help generate ideas and prioritize solutions to complex challenges.

“We are intentional about investing in the learning, development and growth of our 50,000 associates,” said Suzan McDaniel, Edward Jones Chief Human Resources Officer. “From mentorship and job shadow programs to new learning platforms that help associates build life skills, our training helps all associates unleash their full potential and serve our 8 million clients – helping them achieve financially what is most important to them.”

The Training APEX award evaluation process considers the success of a company’s overall training approach. Award criteria include training program and scope, budget, tuition reimbursement, infrastructure and delivery, evaluation and human resources.

Edward Jones’ innovative training programs this year include:

Coaching Into Action – a coaching program for financial advisors to build business plans that help them better serve their clients and communities
Inclusion Business Coaching – a four-week accredited diversity coaching course that helps retain and develop diverse and women financial advisors
Save Yourself a Call – a training program that helps branch teams build knowledge in advance of year-end Required Minimum Distributions that clients must take from their IRA accounts and cuts down on call volume into the service center at peak times
Allyship for All – three one-hour workshops to appreciate the value and advantages of being an ally, recognize challenges others face and practice advocating for others
Unconscious Bias – a four-week course to help identify bias and recognize its impact, explore ways to face bias with courage and create a space where everyone is respected, included and valued

Company rankings for the Training APEX award were announced Feb. 13 at an awards gala during the 2023 Training Conference & Expo in Orlando, Fla.

2023 Training Magazine Training Apex Award, published February 2023, data as of September 2022, an application fee was required for consideration.

Edward Jones Named to the 2022 Best Workplaces for Women List by Great Place to Work® and Fortune® Magazine

September 27, 2022/in Awards & Accolades Optional /by Christian.Bruner

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Edward Jones named to the 2022 Best Workplaces for Women List by Great Place to Work® and Fortune® magazine

Edward Jones has been named to the 2022 “Best Workplaces for Women” list by Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine, ranking No. 45.

The survey found 91% of Edward Jones’ associates said the firm is a great place to work. This number is 34% higher than the average U.S. company. Rooted in its purpose – the firm partners for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better communities and society.

“At Edward Jones, we know progress depends on our collective hard work and everyday actions to work together toward true equity,” said Jennifer Kingston, Head of Enterprise Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).

Best Workplaces for Women is highly competitive and the award is based on analysis of survey responses from more than 640,000 women across the U.S.

The Great Place to Work award selects winners based on how fairly women say they’re treated at their workplace. The survey measures the differences in women’s survey responses with those of their peers and assesses the impact of demographics and roles on the quality and consistency of women’s experiences.

“This year, we renewed our five-point commitment to positively impact opportunities for women and people of color,” said Kingston. “We are focused on advancing equitable hiring, training, promotional practices and policies to progress toward greater diverse representation.”

Edward Jones has committed to the following human capital aspirations in the U.S. and Canada by the end of 2025:

20% people of color and 50% women among leaders in the firm’s U.S. and Canada headquarters
15% people of color and 40% women among U.S. and Canadian home office general partners
15% people of color and 30% women among U.S. and Canadian financial advisors

For more on how Edward Jones is creating a place of belonging for all, please see the fourth-annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report, “Partnering for Positive Impact,” which showcases the firm’s year-end 2021 progress and achievements.

The Best Workplaces for Women, announced in September 2022 and based on data as of August 2021 is one of a series of rankings by Great Place to Work and Fortune (compensation provided for using, not obtaining the Best Workplaces for Women ranking). In 2022, Edward Jones also ranked No. 35 on the 100 Best Companies to Work For list, and No. 3 on the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials list. Additionally, the firm was named as one of the 2022 World’s Most Admired Companies. (Sources: 100 Best Companies announced April 2022, data as of August 2021; Millennials announced July 2022, data as of March 2022; Most Admired in partnership with Korn Ferry, announced February 2022, data as of November 2021).

©2022 Fortune® Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune® and Fortune® Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse the products or services of, Edward Jones & Co., L.P.

2022 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women, published September 2022, research by Great Places to Work, data as of August 2021. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.

Edward Jones Named one of the Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

September 21, 2022/in Awards & Accolades, Experienced Financial Advisor Optional /by Christian.Bruner

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Edward Jones Named on the 2022 Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance List by Great Place to Work® and Fortune® magazine

Edward Jones has been named on the “Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance” list by Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine.

The survey found that 91% of Edward Jones associates said Edward Jones is a great place to work. This number is 34% higher than the average U.S. company. For 100 years, Edward Jones has been a place where individuals and their contributions are valued and respected. A reflection of its shared values and purpose, the firm is proud of this recognition.

“To make a meaningful difference for our clients, colleagues and communities, we focus on being human-centered and purpose-driven, both of which contribute to making Edward Jones a great place to work,” said Kristin Johnson, Edward Jones Chief Transformation and Human Resources Officer.

The Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance is highly competitive and the award is based on analysis of survey responses from more than 176,000 employees across the U.S.

The Great Place to Work award also selects winners based on how fairly employees are treated. Companies are assessed on how well they are creating a great employee experience that cuts across race, gender, age, disability status or any aspect of who employees are or what their role is.

“Edward Jones is a place of belonging, a place where we come together to help people achieve what matters most.”

-Jennifer Kingston, Head of Enterprise Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

“This year, we renewed our five-point commitment to address racism and positively impact opportunities for people of color, we are diligently focused on continuing to make progress toward our diverse representation goals among our financial advisors and firm leadership by 2025, said Jennifer Kingston, Head of Enterprise Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).”

For more on how Edward Jones is creating a place of belonging, please see the fourth-annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report, “Partnering for Positive Impact,” which showcases the firm’s year-end 2021 achievements and how it works to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better its communities and society.

The Best Workplaces for Financial Services & Insurance, announced in September 2022 and based on data as of August 2021, is one of a series of rankings by Great Place to Work and Fortune. In 2022, Edward Jones also ranked No. 35 on the 100 Best Companies to Work For list, the firm’s 23rd year on the list, and No. 3 on the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials list. Additionally, the firm was named as one of the 2022 World’s Most Admired Companies. (Sources: 100 Best Companies announced April 2022, data as of August 2021; Millennials announced July 2022, data as of March 2022; Most Admired in partnership with Korn Ferry, announced February 2022, data as of November 2021).

©2022 Fortune® Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune® and Fortune® Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse the products or services of, Edward Jones & Co., L.P.

2022 Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance, published Fortune September 2022, research by Great Places to Work, data as of August 2021. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.