The Basler Kantonalbank operates as a universal bank. It enables its customers to invest their savings and other funds securely and profitably. Within the limits of its resources and the conditions on the money and capital market, it primarily serves the population and economy of the canton of Basel-Stadt, from small to large enterprises, in meeting their credit and financial needs. It contributes to a balanced and ecologically, economically and socially sustainable development of the canton of Basel-Stadt, taking into account the needs of the current population, economy and public sector, without jeopardizing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It promotes equal opportunities and equal rights. It is to be managed according to commercial principles and aims to achieve a profit commensurate with its purpose.