Their strategy is to be a leading wealth manager, with strong investment banking capabilities. They seek to follow a balanced approach to wealth management, aiming to capitalize on both the large pool of wealth within mature markets as well as the significant growth in wealth in Asia Pacific and other emerging markets. Founded in 1856, they today have a global reach with operations in about 50 countries and 46,840 employees from over 170 different nations.

Founded in 1856, they today have a global reach with operations in about 50 countries and 46,840 employees from over 170 different nations. Their broad footprint helps them to generate a geographically balanced stream of revenues and net new assets and allows them to capture growth opportunities around the world. They serve their clients through three regionally focused divisions: Swiss Universal Bank, International Wealth Management and Asia Pacific. These regional businesses are supported by two other divisions specializing in investment banking capabilities: Global Markets and Investment Banking & Capital Markets.

The Strategic Resolution Unit consolidates the remaining portfolios from the former non-strategic units plus additional businesses and positions that do not fit with their strategic direction. Their business divisions cooperate closely to provide holistic financial solutions, including innovative products and specially tailored advice.