What this record means
The record shows that “WELLS FARGO” is a live, registered service mark owned by Wells Fargo & Company, a Delaware corporation. It is registered on the Principal Register under class 036, covering financing loans and lease financing for inventory, machinery, vehicles and equipment. A similar name used in those financial services would raise the closest record‑based concern. The record does not give Wells Fargo control over every use of the wording; it applies only to the specified financial services. The prosecution history shows the mark was accepted and registered in 2017, with a recent notice of acceptance of Sections 8 and 15 in May 2024, indicating ongoing maintenance. No oppositions, cancellations, or enforcement actions appear in the supplied history. For someone looking to use a similar name in financial services, the record suggests a meaningful risk of conflict.
Informational only - not legal advice.Goods & services
financing loans for inventory, machinery, vehicles and equipment; providing lease financing for inventory, machinery, vehicles and equipment
First use: Jan 01, 2016
Use in commerce: Jan 01, 2016