The company's purpose is to acquire, sell, develop, rent, lease and manage properties of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies and acquire or merge with similar or related companies. The company is authorized to acquire, sell and exploit patents, rights and licenses. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company may conduct any business or conclude any contracts that are suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose, or that are directly or indirectly related thereto.