The company's purpose is to acquire, sell, hold and manage participations in all types of companies and enterprises in Switzerland and abroad, excluding any participation in companies or enterprises holding residential real estate in Switzerland. The company may carry out all financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable transactions, in Switzerland and abroad, directly or indirectly related to the main purpose, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties. It may also establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also grant loans to its shareholders and/or guarantee, secure or co-sign loans granted by third parties to its shareholders.