The company's purpose is the foundation, acquisition, holding, disposal of participations in Swiss and foreign companies, the financing of other companies, the purchase, sale, rental and administration of real estate, consulting, corporate management as well as real estate development. The company may, on its own account or on behalf of third parties, take direct or indirect participations in other companies or engage in any other activity contributing to the achievement of its corporate purpose. It may also buy, sell and rent securities in Switzerland and abroad, as well as grant loans to its shareholders. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad.