The company's purpose is to develop, maintain and distribute software for financial products, particularly in the area of system trading and clearing of derivatives, as well as to provide consulting and implementation services in this field. To this end, it develops and operates computer hardware and software and internet applications. The company may participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire or establish similar and related companies, and conduct all business that is suitable to promote the purpose of the company. The company may also acquire, manage and sell real estate, as well as acquire, manage and sell copyrights, patents, licenses of all kinds and know-how. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees, warranties and other securities for affiliated persons and third parties.