The company's purpose is the management and administration of real estate, both in Switzerland and abroad. The company may, in particular, establish mortgage pledges as security for loans in favor of its shareholders. The company may trade in all products, represent them, buy, sell, and exploit patents, licenses, and trademarks, as well as acquire interests in all companies, with the exception of interests prohibited by the LFAIE. Furthermore, the company's purpose is to carry out all commercial, financial, or securities transactions that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may participate in other enterprises and establish branches and subsidiaries, both in Switzerland and abroad; and carry on any activity directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may acquire, encumber, alienate, and administer real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third parties and provide guarantees and bonds to its subsidiaries and to third parties.