The company's main purpose is to establish, acquire and permanently manage participations in Switzerland and abroad. It can also establish and manage other investments, both in Switzerland and abroad. The company can carry out all commercial, financial and other transactions that may be conducive to the realization of its purpose. The company can acquire, hold, encumber and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company can take out and grant loans, provide guarantees and other securities, acquire, manage and exploit intellectual property rights.