The company aims to acquire, sell and trade securities such as shares, bonds, options, futures contracts and other financial instruments on all markets, in Switzerland and abroad, for its own account. The company aims to invest in real estate. 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, encumber, sell and manage real estate. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.