The company's purpose is to trade in real estate, carry out construction projects, and rent and manage properties. Furthermore, the company aims to conduct analyses and publications based on qualitative and quantitative models, both for applications in macroeconomics and econometrics as well as for more general applications. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies 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 third-party accounts, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. In addition, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and achieve its purpose.