The company's purpose is the acquisition, holding and realization of participations in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as engage in all activities directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, alienate and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also carry out financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties in favor of subsidiaries and third parties.