The company's purpose is to acquire, finance, manage and sell participations of all kinds in Switzerland and abroad, in particular those in real estate companies and other vehicles for financing real estate transactions. The company may also acquire, hold, manage, exploit or sell trademarks and copyrights as well as other intellectual property and license rights. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.