The company's purpose is to provide services in the fields of investment and asset consulting, financial analysis and portfolio management. The company may participate in other companies, establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and acquire, hold and sell real estate. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose. In particular, the company may grant loans, guarantees and other forms of financing and collateral to affiliated and related companies, and raise and invest funds on the money and capital markets.