The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage and operate participations in all companies and investments in movable and immovable property, to exercise fiduciary mandates and to provide all consulting and other services in the field of trade representation. 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. The company may acquire, exploit, sell and manage real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. In particular, it may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for indirect and direct subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing to its affiliated companies, either directly or indirectly, against payment or free of charge, and provide securities of all kinds.