The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and sell participations in companies of all kinds. The company can provide auxiliary services and financing for group companies. It can acquire, manage and dispose of intangible assets and rights as well as real estate. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can 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.