The purpose of the company is to provide consulting and other services to companies and private individuals in Switzerland and abroad, with a particular focus on the financial sector. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, 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 for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries, minority participations and third parties.