The company's purpose is to provide services of all kinds in the fields of communication, marketing and events, in particular the creation and publication of articles, especially in the fields of finance and economics, as well as research, training, competitions and conferences. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may 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. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties.