The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and sell participations in Swiss or foreign companies of all kinds, as well as to advise companies and trade in goods of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may enter into transactions with affiliated companies, in particular with its direct or indirect shareholders and other group companies, even without adequate consideration. It may grant loans to group companies or provide security for their obligations. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate and participations in Switzerland and abroad. The company may engage in all activities that are directly or indirectly related to the aforementioned purpose.