The company may engage in investment advisory services, including the execution of additional administrative tasks related to these activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and hold interests in companies in Switzerland and abroad, with the exception of transactions involving residential real estate in Switzerland. It may manage, improve, and dispose of these interests or holdings and participate in the management, direction, control, or liquidation of any companies, businesses, activities, or associations in which the company has an interest or holding. The company may acquire, hold, manage, and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad, with the exception of the acquisition of residential real estate in Switzerland. The company may acquire, operate, use, and exercise all intellectual property rights, trademarks, models, and/or designs in any manner. The company may also carry out all operations that are directly or indirectly related to its corporate purpose or that promote or facilitate its development.