The company's purpose is to participate in companies of all kinds at home and abroad, as well as to assume trust and financial functions. The company is authorized to conduct all business related to the investment of its own and entrusted funds. However, the conduct of actual banking business and the commercial trade in securities are not part of the company's purpose. The company may acquire, manage and sell real estate, conduct financial transactions and carry out all business that directly or indirectly promotes its purpose. The company may establish branches and agencies in Switzerland or abroad.