The purpose of the company is to provide consulting services in the fields of investment, finance, trade and related activities in Switzerland and abroad. The company may conduct all commercial, financial and other business that is determined and suitable to promote or facilitate the development of the company and the achievement of the company's purpose. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, may participate in companies in Switzerland and abroad, may represent third parties and participate in all business that promotes or directly and indirectly falls within the company's business area. The company may secure financing for itself or for third parties, as well as enter into guarantees and similar legal transactions for the benefit of associated companies or third parties. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate as well as acquire, sell and use patents, licenses and other intellectual property.