(3 February 2010 – Europe) Credit Suisse has been named the best private bank globally for the second consecutive year by Euromoney magazine, a publication for the global banking and capital markets.The Suisse bank also received regional and country awards, including for being the best private bank in Western Europe, in the Middle East and in Central and Eastern Europe.
The accolades are based on the results of Euromoney’s Private Banking Survey 2011.
Walter Berchtold, CEO Private Banking Credit Suisse, said that they bank was proud to have won the prestigious awards, which recognize the strength of its integrated banking business, global reach and first-class investment advice and expertise.
“We are particularly pleased to have maintained the top ranking globally for the second year running in a survey that includes our peers’ opinions of the best providers in the private banking industry.”
“This achievement underscores the benefit we have brought to our clients by executing our strategy consistently over many years. We will focus on remaining a trusted financial partner to our clients.”
“We believe that our Private Banking business is poised to capture the attractive growth opportunities that exist in the market thanks to our disciplined investment in our global footprint, our people, our platforms and our comprehensive product and service offering,” Mr Berchtold added.