The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad, and to provide services (such as consulting, lectures) in the field of economics in Switzerland and abroad. The company can also directly acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate. It can then broker the purchase and sale of companies and real estate, and carry out, manage or restructure other businesses, as well as provide management services. The company also aims to carry out all commercial and financial transactions related to the aforementioned business activities. In particular, it can provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and enter into guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries. The company can acquire, manage and exploit patents, trademarks and licenses. It can establish 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.