The company's purpose is to purchase and sell as well as manage properties, manage mortgages, plan, develop and execute construction projects; it can acquire, manage, encumber and sell securities, valuables and goods on its own account or on behalf of third parties; furthermore, it can trade in values and goods of all kinds, participate in or take over representations of other companies, as well as provide consulting services. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.