The purpose of the company is to provide independent advice and representation in all insurance matters, to broker insurance contracts and sell insurance products, as well as to provide general financial advice. The company may acquire, hold, manage and exploit intellectual property rights, securities and real estate. It may participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, establish agencies, branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and engage in all commercial activities, including those requiring no authorization, financial activities (including guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties) and other activities that are related to, but not limited to, the company's purpose. Furthermore, it may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and grant securities for liabilities of affiliated companies and third parties.