The company's primary purpose is to develop, intermediate and distribute financial products, as well as provide services, particularly in the areas of Corporate Finance and Private Equity, for the Swiss and international markets. The company may acquire, hold, manage and utilize intellectual property rights, securities and real estate. It may participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and engage in all commercial, financial (including guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties) and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose, without requiring a license. Furthermore, it may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, and grant securities for liabilities of affiliated companies and third parties.