The company's main purpose is the acquisition, sale and holding of participations in various companies. The company may carry out all commercial, financial, industrial and real estate transactions, the latter within the limits of the LFAIE (Federal Act of 16 December 1983 on the acquisition of real estate by foreign persons), which are intended to promote or facilitate, directly or indirectly, the development of the company and the achievement of its corporate purpose. In particular, the company may acquire participations in similar companies and create subsidiaries and branches. The company may acquire and hold trademarks, patents and all other intellectual property rights related to its statutory purpose. The company may also grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties if this is in its interest.