The company's purpose is to create analyses and reports, monitor market developments, conduct market research and perform any other related activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may employ representatives, grant direct or indirect financing to third parties, including shareholders of the company, or to companies in which these third parties hold investments, through mortgages or other loans. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company may carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that appear useful or related to the realization and promotion of its social purpose.