The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold, manage and exploit participations in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to exploit copyrights, patents, trademarks, designs or models. The company may grant loans with or without security, also to shareholders, acquire intangible rights and property in movable and immovable assets, and invest the company's assets in any form and in any location worldwide. 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 guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.