The purpose of the company is the acquisition, sale and holding of participations in other companies, their management and financing, the making of direct and indirect investments, the provision of management services and the management of licenses. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in or merge with 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 grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.