The company's purpose is to trade in financial market instruments on domestic and foreign financial markets on its own account or on behalf of third parties. Furthermore, it aims to advise natural and legal persons on strategic and operational issues, particularly in investment and pension matters, to provide services in this context in Switzerland and abroad, and to trade in goods of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and 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, provided that the legal requirements are met. 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.