The company's purpose is to carry out financing and trade in goods of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may 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. Furthermore, the company may acquire, manage and sell copyrights, patents and licenses of all kinds.