The company's purpose is to engage in all business activities that fall within the scope of a financial and trust company. The company is also authorized to acquire, manage, develop, sell and administer real estate and properties. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies, establish 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 guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties.