Financing, founding, establishment, acquisition, management and disposal of as well as participations in companies of any kind in Switzerland and abroad. Authorized to conduct all business directly or indirectly related to or promoting the company's purpose, establish branches, business premises and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate directly or indirectly in other companies and institutions, or provide financial services. May acquire, manage, utilize and dispose of real estate, movable assets and intellectual property rights (patents, licenses and other industrial property rights) as well as other assets in Switzerland and abroad, and take financing, restructuring and interim measures in favor of shareholders, group companies or third parties, and grant loans or provide security for the obligations of shareholders, group companies or third parties.