The purpose of the company is to acquire and manage participations in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company can also buy and sell real estate, as well as enter into interest group agreements of any kind. It can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.