The company's purpose is to acquire, sell and manage securities, derivatives and other financial products, currencies and commodities of all kinds. The company is also active in the field of IT development and operation of platforms. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may also acquire, hold, manage, encumber, utilize and sell intellectual property rights. The company may, in particular, provide financing and grant securities of any kind in favor of affiliated or other companies, or otherwise secure or guarantee the liabilities of such companies. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage business premises and real estate in Switzerland and abroad.