The company's purpose is to conduct all business and functions typical of a trust company, exercise administrative activities of all kinds, and manage assets. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, provided that the legal requirements are met. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.