The company's purpose is the purchase and sale, holding and management, as well as the development and leasing of real estate of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and may 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, dispose of, and manage intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. In particular, it may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of others, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing, with or without consideration, to companies directly or indirectly affiliated with it and provide securities of all kinds.