The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and exploit intellectual property rights, in particular patents and trademarks, as well as to acquire and grant licenses under such rights. The company also aims to acquire, hold and sell real estate and provide services in the real estate sector. The company may participate in other companies and establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, as well as acquire, hold and sell properties. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are related to its purpose or serve the management of its assets. In particular, the company may grant loans, guarantees and other forms of financing and security to affiliated and related companies, and raise and invest funds on the money and capital markets.