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Minister Martin von Walterskirchen Regional Director Americas, Switzerland Trade and Investment Promotion Mr. Daniel Bangser Director North America, Switzerland Trade and Investment Promotion Mr. Sbastien Maury Senior Manager, International Corporate Tax , KPMG Switzerland Mr. Douglas Ebert- Senior Advisor Americas , Greater Zurich Area Presenting Sponsor: Host Company: Sponsors:
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Brief introduction to UBS UBS one of the world's leading financial firms UBS facts and figures Worldwide presence Over 150 years of experience
Financials1
Market capitalization of CHF 59 billion CHF 2,069 billion in assets under management Well capitalized with a BIS Tier 1 capital ratio of 18.1% and a FINMA leverage ratio of 4.8%
Accolades
One of the largest wealth managers in the world One of the largest global institutional asset managers UBS Investment Bank ranked #1 nine years in a row in Institutional Investor's All-Europe Research survey
Worldwide presence
About 66,000 people in 50 countries
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UBS's business aspiration UBS's strategy UBS governance UBS organization UBS's businesses UBS's strategic principles Integration as a major underlying driver Code of business conduct and ethics of UBS
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UBS's strategy
Our business is built on strong relationships
Our joint efforts are focused on
Wealthy investors, institutional and corporate clients, and our domestic Swiss business. Geographically, we aim to be a top tier bank in every growth region. We will optimize the combination of our businesses to generate more value.
In order to refocus our portfolio, we will concentrate our efforts on the following:
Businesses
Build on our strong Wealth Management franchise Transform our Investment Bank into an integrated and client-focused business Manage Wealth Management Americas for increased profitability Monetize improved investment performance in Global Asset Management through gaining new client assets and improving retention of existing client assets
Geographies
Reinforce commitment to our leading position in Switzerland Capture the full value from growth in Asia Pacific and other emerging markets
Clients
Further strengthen our Ultra High Net Worth franchise and increase market share Position Wealth Management Americas as an advice-led Wealth Management platform while focusing on our High Net Worth/Ultra High Net Worth client franchise
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UBS organization
Board of Directors Kaspar Villiger, Chairman
Group Executive Board Sergio P. Ermotti Group Chief Executive Officer
Wealth Management & Swiss Bank Lukas Ghwiler CEO UBS Switzerland Juerg Zeltner CEO UBS Wealth Management
Investment Bank
Global Asset Management John A. Fraser Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Corporate Center
Ulrich Krner Group Chief Operating Officer & Chief Executive Officer, Corporate Center
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UBS's businesses
Wealth Management & Swiss Bank
Focuses on delivering comprehensive financial services to high net worth and ultra high net worth individuals around the world except to those served by Wealth Management Americas as well as private and corporate clients in Switzerland. Our Wealth Management business unit provides clients in over 40 countries, including Switzerland, with financial advice, products and tools to fit their individual needs. Our Retail & Corporate business unit has a leading position across its client segments in Switzerland.
Investment Bank
Provides securities and other financial products and research in equities, fixed income, rates, foreign exchange and precious metals. It also provides advisory services and access to the world's capital markets for corporate and institutional clients, governments, financial intermediaries, alternative asset managers and private investors.
Corporate Center
Provides and manages support and control functions for Group in such areas as risk control, finance, legal and compliance, funding, capital and balance sheet management, management of foreign currencies, communication and branding, human resources, information technology, real estate, procurement corporate development and service centers. Most costs and personnel of the Corporate Center are allocated to the business divisions.
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Limited integration efforts No systematic cross-divisional client coverage Limited synergy potential captured
Investment Bank
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Our identity Vision and mission Our values Corporate responsibility at UBS
Return on relationships
Relationships are the basis of our business: We believe that investing in relationships gives the best return for our clients, our people and our shareholders.
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Our values
Each of us is committed to truth, clarity and performance
Higher standards are the foundation for long term, mutually rewarding relationships. These three values shape the behaviour of everyone at UBS as they work to reach our firm's vision.
Truth
Accuracy. Authenticity. Certainty We behave with respect and integrity. We are accurate, realistic and accountable. We always act fairly and abide by the law.
Clarity
Ease. Simplicity. Directness We make it easy to do business with UBS. We are concise, precise and to the point. We are reliable and consistent.
Performance
Achievement. Execution. Attainment We will always give our best. We will perform to the highest professional standards. We will lead the market through superior service and execution.
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Corporate Responsibility
Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Legal & regulatory responsibilities
Compliance with laws, rules & regulations Combating financial crime Tax compliance
Ethical responsibilities
Ethical standards UBS values Fairness and integrity in client relations
Workplace responsibilities
Responsible employment practices Diversity & equal opportunity Health & safety
Societal responsibilities
Environment Human rights Responsible supply chain Community investment
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Switzerland in a nutshell
In the heart of Europe 7.5m inhabitants Would fit 238 times into the US territory! 4 official languages Politically not part of the EU but economically (fully) integrated own currency (CHF) Direct and very stable democracy neutral Tops the overall ranking in The WEF Global Competitiveness Report 20112012
Switzerland in a nutshell
Ohio 41,330 square miles (107,044 km) Longest E-W extention: 210 mi (338 km) Longest N-S extention: 230 mi (370 km) Nominal GDP per Capita: $41000
Switzerland 15'940 square miles (41,285 km) Longest E-W extention: 216 mi (348 km) Longest N-S extention: 137 mi (220 km) Nominal GDP per Capita: $66600
Swiss-U.S. Impact
In 2010, Switzerland was the single biggest FDI investor in the U.S.
Swiss-U.S. Impact
Switzerland is second largest foreign direct investor in the U.S. manufacturing sector Swiss investment in U.S. $189 billion, more than all of Latin America and Australia combined Annual trade in goods U.S.-Switzerland is worth approx. US$33.5 billion Switzerland purchases more U.S. private services than China and Indonesia combined Eighth largest destination for US foreign direct investment abroad Over 500 Swiss companies in the U.S. have created about 500,000 American jobs Over 800 U.S. companies in Switzerland have created about 75,000 Swiss jobs
Schaffhausen 16.0%
Aargau
Aargau 19.7%
Z rich Zrich
21.2%
AR AI
St. St. Gallen Zug Zug Gallen 15.6% 16.9% Schwyz Schwyz Glarus Glarus NW 14.1% 19.6% OW Uri 12.7% Uri
Fribourg
Fribourg
15.8%
Graubnden 16.4%
24.2% Genve
Tessin 20.8%
Tax planning: Privileged tax regimes Holding company > ETR of 7.8% Mixed company > ETR of 8% - 12% Principal company > ETR of 5% -10% Tax holidays possible (on cantonal/communal and federal level)
80% of expenses
A multi purpose vehicle No Swiss substance requirement (foreign CFC rules to be considered) No restriction regarding type of IP Not limited to IP income No obligation to further develop the IP in- or outside of Switzerland
Foreign Company
Base statutory mixed company rate: Examples Canton of Zug (quota of 10%) Canton of Schaffhausen (quota of 10%) Canton of Aargau (quota of 10%) Canton of Luzern (cantonal flat tax of 1.5%)
Foreign Company
Reduction of tax base leads to substantially lower ETR Depreciation of IP Branch exemption Hybrid instrument Principal structures
Principal company
Research Centre (contract R&D)
IP
Sales and Marketing (limited risk distribution) Sale 1 (flash title) Sale 2
Delivery of goods
Customers
ETR of 5%-10% (depending on location and set-up) Further reduction through base erosion planning
Substantive, and not just contractual, reallocation of function, risk, IP and the respective income (as opposed to fully-fledged local distributors) Foreign branch exemption if foreign sales entities are operating under limited risk buy-sell arrangement 50% exemption of sales and sales related income
Approx. 6% (SH) as starting point Further reduction possible through tax base erosion planning
Equity in Lux and loan payable in Switzerland In Lux / NL income qualifies for participation exemption Interest expenses are tax deductible in Switzerland (thin cap rules to be respected)
Lux/NL Company
Interest
Hybrid loan
Swiss Company
Due Diligence: What Makes or Breaks a Project? What is driving the decision?
Customer need? Proximity to the Market? Technology (R&D)? Regulatory Environment? Availability of workforce? Fiscal Advantages?
Due Diligence: Other Typical Considerations Switzerland Wins on Soft Factors Too
Business-friendly legal system and labor relations Highly productive, multi-lingual workforce Excellent protection of intellectual property rights Efficient capital markets World renowned universities and R&D Great quality of life and international schools A strategic Europe or EMEA location
US Investment in Switzerland
West
Northwest
Central/East
Proctor & Gamble Caterpillar Cisco Fedex Honeywell Cardinal Health Dupont General Mills Medtronic Eaton PPG Industries Eastman Kodak Stryker Ebay
AIG Parker Hannifin Kelly Agilent Technologies Polo Ralph Lauren Cargill Energizer Chiquita Autodesk Palm one Colgate-Palmolive Owens-Illinois Verisign Columbia
Huntsman Fisher Clinical/ Thermo Fisher Becton Dickinson Genzymes Synthes Fossil Group
IBM General Motors Google Teredata Dow Pfizer Invacare Kraft Foods 3M Lexmark International Merck International Paper
Baxter Healthcare Ashland Johnson & Johnson Thomson Reuters MAG AGCO Ecolab Citrix Abbott Garmin Nordson Tyco Amgen
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Alpharma Abercrombie & Fitch Guess? VF Corporation Acer America Allied Telesis
Switzerland Scored 99 Foreign Direct Investment Projects in 2010 New investments in 2011 include Cytori European Sales Headquarters (Zug) Fletcher/CSI European Operations (Basel) Kayak European Headquarters (Zurich) Newell Rubbermaid EMEA Headquarters (Geneva) Special Materials Company European Commercial/Logistics (Martigny) with more to come
Swiss Map
GENERALLY ACCESSIBLE
SECTION 1
Brief introduction to UBS UBS one of the world's leading financial firms UBS facts and figures Worldwide presence Over 150 years of experience
Financials1
Market capitalization of CHF 59 billion CHF 2,069 billion in assets under management Well capitalized with a BIS Tier 1 capital ratio of 18.1% and a FINMA leverage ratio of 4.8%
Accolades
One of the largest wealth managers in the world One of the largest global institutional asset managers UBS Investment Bank ranked #1 nine years in a row in Institutional Investor's All-Europe Research survey
Worldwide presence
About 66,000 people in 50 countries
SECTION 2
UBS's business aspiration UBS's strategy UBS governance UBS organization UBS's businesses UBS's strategic principles Integration as a major underlying driver Code of business conduct and ethics of UBS
! ! ! !
UBS's strategy
Our business is built on strong relationships
Our joint efforts are focused on
Wealthy investors, institutional and corporate clients, and our domestic Swiss business. Geographically, we aim to be a top tier bank in every growth region. We will optimize the combination of our businesses to generate more value.
In order to refocus our portfolio, we will concentrate our efforts on the following:
Businesses
Build on our strong Wealth Management franchise Transform our Investment Bank into an integrated and client-focused business Manage Wealth Management Americas for increased profitability Monetize improved investment performance in Global Asset Management through gaining new client assets and improving retention of existing client assets
Geographies
Reinforce commitment to our leading position in Switzerland Capture the full value from growth in Asia Pacific and other emerging markets
Clients
Further strengthen our Ultra High Net Worth franchise and increase market share Position Wealth Management Americas as an advice-led Wealth Management platform while focusing on our High Net Worth/Ultra High Net Worth client franchise
Shareholders elect each member of the BoD, which in turn appoints its Chairman, the Vice Chairman, the Senior Independent Director, and the chairpersons and members of its various committees.
UBS organization
Board of Directors Kaspar Villiger, Chairman
Group Executive Board Sergio P. Ermotti Group Chief Executive Officer
Wealth Management & Swiss Bank Lukas Ghwiler CEO UBS Switzerland Juerg Zeltner CEO UBS Wealth Management
Investment Bank
Global Asset Management John A. Fraser Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Corporate Center
Ulrich Krner Group Chief Operating Officer & Chief Executive Officer, Corporate Center
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UBS's businesses
Wealth Management & Swiss Bank
Focuses on delivering comprehensive financial services to high net worth and ultra high net worth individuals around the world except to those served by Wealth Management Americas as well as private and corporate clients in Switzerland. Our Wealth Management business unit provides clients in over 40 countries, including Switzerland, with financial advice, products and tools to fit their individual needs. Our Retail & Corporate business unit has a leading position across its client segments in Switzerland.
Investment Bank
Provides securities and other financial products and research in equities, fixed income, rates, foreign exchange and precious metals. It also provides advisory services and access to the world's capital markets for corporate and institutional clients, governments, financial intermediaries, alternative asset managers and private investors.
Corporate Center
Provides and manages support and control functions for Group in such areas as risk control, finance, legal and compliance, funding, capital and balance sheet management, management of foreign currencies, communication and branding, human resources, information technology, real estate, procurement corporate development and service centers. Most costs and personnel of the Corporate Center are allocated to the business divisions.
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Investment Bank
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SECTION 3
Our identity Vision and mission Our values Corporate responsibility at UBS
Return on relationships
Relationships are the basis of our business: We believe that investing in relationships gives the best return for our clients, our people and our shareholders.
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Our values
Each of us is committed to truth, clarity and performance
Higher standards are the foundation for long term, mutually rewarding relationships. These three values shape the behaviour of everyone at UBS as they work to reach our firm's vision.
Truth
Accuracy. Authenticity. Certainty We behave with respect and integrity. We are accurate, realistic and accountable. We always act fairly and abide by the law.
Clarity
Ease. Simplicity. Directness We make it easy to do business with UBS. We are concise, precise and to the point. We are reliable and consistent.
Performanc Achievement. Execution. Attainment e will always give our best. We will perform to the We
highest professional standards. We will lead the market through superior service and execution.
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Corporate Responsibility
Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Legal & regulatory responsibilities
Compliance with laws, rules & regulations Combating financial crime Tax compliance
Ethical responsibilities
Ethical standards UBS values Fairness and integrity in client relations
Workplace responsibilities
Responsible employment practices Diversity & equal opportunity Health & safety
Societal responsibilities
Environment Human rights Responsible supply chain Community investment
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Switzerland in a nutshell
In the heart of Europe
7.5m inhabitants
Switzerland in a nutshell
Ohio 41,330 square miles (107,044 km) Longest E-W extention: 210 mi (338 km) Longest N-S extention: 230 mi (370 km) Nominal GDP per Capita: $41000
Switzerland 15'940 square miles (41,285 km) Longest E-W extention: 216 mi (348 km) Longest N-S extention: 137 mi (220 km) Nominal GDP per Capita: $66600
Swiss-U.S. Impact
In 2010, Switzerland was the single biggest FDI investor in the U.S.
Swiss-U.S. Impact
Switzerland is second largest foreign direct investor in the U.S. manufacturing sector Swiss investment in U.S. $189 billion, more than all of Latin America and Australia combined Annual trade in goods U.S.-Switzerland is worth approx. US$33.5 billion Switzerland purchases more U.S. private services than China and Indonesia combined Eighth largest destination for US foreign direct investment abroad Over 500 Swiss companies in the U.S. have created about 500,000 American jobs Over 800 U.S. companies in Switzerland have created about 75,000 Swiss jobs
Finland
United States Germany Netherlands Denmark Japan United Kingdom
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5 6 7 8 9 10
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4 5 8 9 6 12
Schaffhausen
16.0%
Thurgau Thurgau 16.6%
Z rich Zrich
BL
Aargau 19.7%
AR AI 12.7%
22.6%
Bern 21.6% Luzern Luzern 16%
21.2%
Bern
St. St. Gallen Zug Zug Gallen 15.6% 16.9% Schwyz Schwyz Glarus Glarus NW 14.1% 19.6% OW Uri 12.7% Uri
Vaud 23.5%
Fribourg
Fribourg
15.8%
Graubnden 16.4%
Ticino
24.2% Genve
Valais
Valais 21.6%
Tessin 20.8%
Trend: Reduction
Examples Canton of Luzern 2009 18.4% 2010 2010 16% 2014 2012 12% 2016
Canton of Neuchatel
22.2%
18.4%
15.6%
Tax planning: Privileged tax regimes Holding company > ETR of 7.8%
80% of expenses
Foreign Company
Base statutory mixed company rate: Examples
Foreign Company
8.7%
8.7% 9.1% 8.5%
Reduction of tax base leads to substantially lower ETR Depreciation of IP Branch exemption Hybrid instrument Principal structures
Principal company
Research Centre (contract R&D)
Suppliers
IP
Sale 2
Delivery of goods
Customers
Distribution Centers
ETR of 5%-10% (depending on location and set-up) Further reduction through base erosion planning
Substantive, and not just contractual, reallocation of function, risk, IP and the respective income (as opposed to fully-fledged local distributors)
Foreign branch exemption if foreign sales entities are operating under limited risk buy-sell arrangement
50% exemption of sales and sales related income
Approx. 6% (SH) as starting point Further reduction possible through tax base erosion planning
Equity in Lux and loan payable in Switzerland In Lux / NL income qualifies for participation exemption Interest expenses are tax deductible in Switzerland (thin cap rules to be respected)
Parent Co
Lux/NL Company
Interest
Hybrid loan
Swiss Company
Tax provisions allowed for future R&D expenses no time or amount restrictions (justification needed)
Outlook: Various other cantons in process of implementation similar solution discussed at federal level (leading to ETR ranging from approx. 2.5% to 5%, depending on location)
Availability of workforce?
Fiscal Advantages?
Due Diligence: Other Typical Considerations Switzerland Wins on Soft Factors Too
Business-friendly legal system and labor relations Highly productive, multi-lingual workforce
US Investment in Switzerland
West
Northwest
Central/East
Proctor & Gamble Caterpillar Cisco Fedex Honeywell Cardinal Health Dupont General Mills Medtronic Eaton PPG Industries Eastman Kodak Stryker Ebay
AIG Parker Hannifin Kelly Agilent Technologies Polo Ralph Lauren Cargill Energizer Chiquita Autodesk Palm one Colgate-Palmolive Owens-Illinois Verisign Columbia
Huntsman Fisher Clinical/ Thermo Fisher Becton Dickinson Genzymes Synthes Fossil Group
IBM General Motors Google Teredata Dow Pfizer Invacare Kraft Foods 3M Lexmark International Merck International Paper
Baxter Healthcare Ashland Johnson & Johnson Thomson Reuters MAG AGCO Ecolab Citrix Abbott Garmin Nordson Tyco Amgen
South
Alpharma Abercrombie & Fitch Guess? VF Corporation Acer America Allied Telesis
In conclusion
IT MUST MAKE GOOD BUSINESS SENSE!
Swiss Map