The purpose of the company is to participate in all financial, commercial, industrial, securities, in particular the purchase and sale of financial products, or real estate companies in Switzerland and within or outside the European Union. 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, manage, sell and manage real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. In particular, it may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for indirect and direct subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing to its affiliated companies, either directly or indirectly, against payment or free of charge, and provide securities of all kinds.