The company's purpose is to provide information services, brokerage, acquisition, consulting, management and execution of financial services up to the conclusion of contracts. Furthermore, the company may acquire, manage, transfer and exploit intellectual property rights such as patents, trademarks and licenses. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies. 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 is authorized to acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. In addition, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and achieve its purpose.