Introduction
Credit Suisse First Boston (CSFB), a wholly owned subsidiary of Credit Suisse Group AG, is one of the oldest and respected international banks. CSFB offers a broad range of financial services throughout the world, including investment banking, asset management, private banking, research and securities trading. Established in 1872, the bank has established itself as a leader in global financial services.
Investment Banking Services
CSFBs Investment Banking Services provide strategizing, structuring, and execution of mergers and acquisitions, equity, debt, and derivative products financings, equity capital markets advisory services, restructuring advisory services and the integration of the two. The combination of client intimacy, industry knowledge, innovative product structuring and efficient marketing has established the firms reputation as one of the leading global investment banks.
Asset Management Services
CSFB is one of the largest asset management organizations in the world. With over four trillion dollars in assets under management, CSFB is one of the most respected and influential fund managers in the world. Client assets are managed by a global network of partners and affiliates, located in North America, Europe and Asia. CSFB offers its clients a broad range of investment products and services, including mutual funds, pension funds, private equity funds, hedge funds, and venture capital funds.
Private Banking Services
CSFBs Private Banking Services offer a wide range of financial services to high net worth individuals. These services include portfolio management, trading and lending services, wealth planning, tax and estate planning, foreign exchange and international banking services, access to Credit Suisse securities research, structured product solutions, and access to Credit Suisse market insights.
Research Services
CSFB is a leading provider of corporate research, with a powerful global network of equity and debt analysts, investment bankers, and industry specialists. CSFBs research is acclaimed the world over and is distinguished by its breadth, depth and reliability. CSFBs research products include trading recommendations, corporate performance analyses, industry sector and economic updates, and value research.
Securities Trading Services
CSFB provides a variety of equity, fixed income, and derivative trading services to its clients. CSFB has established trading desks in London, New York, Zurich, Tokyo, and Hong Kong to allow for efficient access to markets throughout the world. Securities traders at CSFB access more than twenty-five markets worldwide and offer a variety of electronic trading tools.
Conclusion
Credit Suisse First Boston is a global leader in financial services providing a wide range of services for investors, including investment banking, asset management, private banking, research, and securities trading. The combination of client intimacy, industry knowledge, innovative product structuring and efficient marketing has firmly established CSFB as one of the leading global investment banks.
