Credit Suisse Holder Herro Says Bank Has Been 'Problem Child'

The video discusses the history and current challenges of Credit Suisse, highlighting its past successes and recent struggles. It explores the bank's current financial state, trading at less than a third of its book value, and the need to address its underperforming investment bank. Various strategic options are considered, including spinning off, selling, or merging the investment bank. The importance of making a decision within the next year or two is emphasized, with a focus on fixing the issues to benefit shareholders.

What was the performance of Credit Suisse in the first decade of the 2000s?

• It remained stable.

• It showed significant growth.

• It was a poor performer.

• It declined rapidly.

What is the current trading value of Credit Suisse compared to its book value?

• Equal to its book value

• More than its book value

• Less than a third of its book value

• Twice its book value

What is one of the main issues facing Credit Suisse's investment bank?

• It is outperforming other banks.

• It is losing money and needs to return to growth.

• It has no impact on the overall business.

• It is absorbing profits from other businesses.

What is a potential strategy for Credit Suisse if the investment bank cannot be fixed?

• Increase its size

• Ignore the issue

• Expand into new markets

• Merge it with another entity

What is the suggested timeframe for Credit Suisse to make a decision about its investment bank?

• Within the next decade

• Immediately

• Within the next year or two

• No specific timeframe