The company's purpose is to provide services in the field of investment research, analysis and due diligence. The company does not act as a financial intermediary, does not accept deposits and does not hold securities in its own name for the account of customers. The company may be active in all areas that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may also carry out all commercial or financial transactions that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose and promote its development. The company may acquire shares in other companies, as well as acquire other companies with a similar or comparable purpose, establish branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland or abroad. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate. Excluded are transactions that are prohibited by the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Persons Abroad (BewG). The company may grant loans to its shareholders, group companies or third parties, and provide guarantees or other security commitments for its shareholders, group companies or third parties.