The company's purpose is to take over and execute consulting mandates and services of all kinds in Switzerland and abroad, in particular advising banks on mathematical issues and developing and maintaining scientific models for portfolio management. 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 securities for liabilities of affiliated companies.