The purpose of the company is to provide group-internal financing and associated foreign exchange and interest rate management for the members of the group, and to manage the risks, liquidity needs and liquidity surpluses of the company. 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 on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.