The ratings on Credit Suisse Group (CSG) and its primary bank operating entities continue to reflect the group's strong market positioning and overall financial strength. CSG's global investment banking operations have been further strengthened with the acquisition, in August 2000, of Donaldson, Lufkin&Jenrette Inc. (DLJ, now CSFB (USA) Inc.), while synergies continue to be drawn between the group's retail, insurance, private banking, and institutional funds management units. Characterized by general stability in consolidated performance, CSG's strong financial profile reflects the successful integration of the various business units that compose the group. CSG is a global financial services group active in retail, corporate, and investment banking; international private and institutional funds management; and insurance. Following the restructuring of activities
