One of the newly-signed partnerships is a broad strategic alliance with and investment in Ospraie Management. Credit Suisse believes that this relationship will expand its presence in the management of investments in commodities and basic industries.
Credit Suisse also announced a new investment partnership with the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (ADFEC) in which Credit Suisse, along with ADFEC and other partners, will commit capital to projects and funds focused on alternative energy investments.
In addition, Credit Suisse has announced a number of geographic initiatives intended to expand its regional alternative investment focus. Specifically, the bank is teaming up with China Renaissance Capital Investment (CRCI) to form a China venture business, to invest in smaller, developing companies.
Finally, Credit Suisse also announced the formation of a strategic alliance with a team of leading Latin American professionals to focus on private equity investment opportunities in Latin America.