The company aims to acquire, hold, manage, and dispose of participations both domestically and abroad. It can also engage in international trade of consumer and investment goods, as well as provide all related services, particularly for companies based in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries both domestically and abroad, and participate in other companies both domestically and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property both domestically and abroad, subject to the provisions of the Federal Law on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Persons Abroad of December 16, 1983. It may also arrange financing for its own or third-party accounts, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.