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Julius Bär Gruppe AG is a Swiss multinational private banking group that specializes in wealth management, catering primarily to private clients. Established in 1890, the company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. It offers a range of financial services, including investment management, estate planning, tax advisory, and credit solutions. The firm is recognized for its focus on private banking and wealth preservation, leveraging its extensive experience in international financial markets to support its clients' needs. Julius Bär operates a significant international network with a presence in key financial markets across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, providing tailored solutions that are sensitive to the varying regulatory environments and investment landscapes.

Berkshire Hathaway is a holding company with a wide array of subsidiaries engaged in diverse activities. The firm's core business segment is insurance, run primarily through Geico, Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group, and Berkshire Hathaway Primary Group. Berkshire has used the excess cash thrown off from its operations to acquire Burlington Northern Santa Fe (railroad), Berkshire Hathaway Energy (utilities and energy distributors), and the companies that make up its manufacturing, service, and retailing operations (which include Precision Castparts, Lubrizol, Clayton Homes, Marmon, and IMC/ISCAR). The conglomerate is unique in that it is run on a completely decentralized basis.