Investments, acquisition, ongoing management and disposal of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, mergers and acquisitions. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of real estate and intellectual property rights, as well as trade in goods of all kinds. 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, dispose of 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 and third parties.