Financial World was founded in 1902 by Louis Guenther in Chicago, and moved to New York City a few years later.
[2] It started including advertisements when the publication frequency increased to semi-monthly commencing with the October 1, 1905, issue.
[3] Due to popular demand from its readers, the magazine began publishing weekly starting with the September 1, 1906, issue.
[11] The judging criteria included format, content and illustrations, typography, and public relations appeal.
[12] 318 were considered virtually unchanged, and Smith noted that some company reports had used the same style or content for over 25 years.
[18] Judging criteria included good design, graphics, completeness of information, and uniformity of data.
[19] Information looked for included the cost and nature of acquisitions, lines of business breakdowns, company products, sales, marketing and advertising, taxes, future financing plans, research and development, and public relations programs.