The company's purpose is to operate an asset management office, participate in and finance companies in the trade, industry and real estate sectors, conduct financial and commercial transactions of all kinds, and conclude leasing agreements; assume and grant representations; carry out research and development as well as construction planning work; manage assets and real estate, and conduct consultations and expert opinions of all kinds. 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 acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.