The purpose of the company is to acquire, sell and hold participations in other companies, their establishment, management and financing. Furthermore, the company can make direct or indirect investments in risk capital portfolios and vehicles. For this purpose, it can invest in professionally managed investment vehicles specializing in private equity, infrastructure or private debt, as well as directly in individual companies or projects. The company can 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 can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, provided that the legal requirements are met. 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.