Credit Suisse Group AG (Credit Suisse) is a Switzerland-based global financial services company. The Company operates in three segments: Private Banking, Investment Banking and Asset Management. The three segments are complemented by Shared Services, which provides support in the areas of finance, operations, including human resources, legal and compliance, risk management and information technology. Private Banking offers advice and a range of wealth management solutions, including pension planning, life insurance products, tax planning and wealth and inheritance advice. Investment Banking offers investment banking and securities products and services to corporate, institutional and government clients around the world. Asset Management offers integrated investment solutions and services to institutions, governments and private clients. During the year ended December 31, 2008, Company acquired over 80% of Asset Management Finance Corporation (AMF).