The company's main purpose, both in Switzerland and abroad, is the purchase, holding, and sale of shares and participations for its own account, advising on (i) structure and capital raising, (ii) corporate concentration and acquisition and/or (iii) disposal of participations, providing portfolio structuring advisory services (excluding any investment advisory activity) and sourcing financing. The company is entitled to establish branches and create subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It is entitled to acquire, manage, and sell securities, intangible rights, and real estate, and to conclude transactions directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company is also entitled to provide financing for itself or on behalf of third parties (excluding any activity as a financial intermediary) and to provide guarantees and act as surety for its subsidiaries and third parties. The company may grant loans and provide guarantees in favor of its shareholders or their close relatives.