Trading in tools and machinery. The company may participate in other companies, broker transactions for them, or conclude transactions in their name and for their account, advise on economic and corporate matters, arrange and grant financing in Switzerland and abroad, acquire patents and other intangible rights. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and 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 subsidiaries and third parties.