The company aims to acquire, hold and sell shares, bonds, currencies, intangible rights and all other types of assets. The company may also carry out all financial, commercial, movable and immovable activities (within the framework of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Persons Abroad) that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. 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, sell 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 provide security for liabilities of affiliated companies.