American Century Investments is a privately controlled asset management firm founded in 1958 by James E. Stowers Jr. It offers a range of investment services, including mutual funds, ETFs, and managed accounts, catering to clients such as pension plans, charitable institutions, and individual investors[1][3]. Their unique selling proposition is a commitment to both financial success and philanthropy, notably through the Stowers Institute for Medical Research[5]. They are also pioneers in actively managed semitransparent ETFs and sustainable ESG investments[5].