The purpose and object of the company are all commercial, financial and trust activities. The company may establish subsidiaries, branches and agencies in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies with the same or similar purpose. The company may also acquire, manage, exploit, sell or otherwise transfer patents, licenses, manufacturing processes, trademarks and other intangible rights in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is suitable to promote the company's purpose directly or indirectly. It may acquire real estate to the extent necessary and useful for achieving its purpose.