Credit Suisse Named Best Private Bank Globally by Euromoney Magazine for Third Consecutive Year

ZURICH, Feb. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Credit Suisse has been named the Best Private Bank globally by Euromoney magazine for the third consecutive year.  Credit Suisse has also received numerous regional and country awards as the Best Private Bank in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Western Europe and Central and Eastern Europe, as well as in a host of other markets.

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Hans-Ulrich Meister, Chief Executive Officer Private Banking, Credit Suisse, said: "I am very pleased that the market has recognized our leadership position, despite the difficult environment.  This award reflects the success of our integrated business model, global footprint, and most importantly, our dedicated focus on our clients and the long-term, quality advice we provide them."

Euromoney is a leading publication for the global banking and capital markets communities.  These rankings are based on the results of their Private Banking Survey 2012, and are derived from a qualitative and quantitative review of the best services in private banking by markets and by areas of service. The survey also includes competitors' perceptions of the best-performing providers in defined categories.

In addition to the global award, Credit Suisse was rated Best Private Bank in the following countries and regions:

• Switzerland
• Australia
• Bahamas
• Central and Eastern Europe
• Guernsey
• Italy
• Russia
• Singapore
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• Western Europe

Credit Suisse AG

Credit Suisse AG is one of the world's leading financial services providers and is part of the Credit Suisse group of companies (referred to here as 'Credit Suisse'). As an integrated bank, Credit Suisse offers clients its combined expertise in the areas of private banking, investment banking and asset management. Credit Suisse provides advisory services, comprehensive solutions and innovative products to companies, institutional clients and high-net-worth private clients globally, as well as to retail clients in Switzerland. Credit Suisse is headquartered in Zurich and operates in over 50 countries worldwide. The group employs approximately 49,700 people. The registered shares (CSGN) of Credit Suisse's parent company, Credit Suisse Group AG, are listed in Switzerland and, in the form of American Depositary Shares (CS), in New York. Further information about Credit Suisse can be found at www.credit-suisse.com.

Disclaimer

This document was produced by and the opinions expressed are those of Credit Suisse as of the date of writing and are subject to change. It has been prepared solely for information purposes and for the use of the recipient. It does not constitute an offer or an invitation by or on behalf of Credit Suisse to any person to buy or sell any security. Any reference to past performance is not necessarily a guide to the future. The information and analysis contained in this publication have been compiled or arrived at from sources believed to be reliable but Credit Suisse does not make any representation as to their accuracy or completeness and does not accept liability for any loss arising from the use hereof.

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