The company's purpose is to acquire, permanently manage, and dispose of interests in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. Furthermore, it can buy, hold, manage, and sell securities. The company can enter into any transactions and conclude any contracts that are suitable for promoting the company's purpose or are directly or indirectly related thereto. The company can take out and grant loans as well as acquire, hold, and dispose of patents and licenses. In addition, the company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct any business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It can also make financings for its own or third-party account and provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.