The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and sell participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company also provides consulting services in the areas of corporate management, strategy development, financial planning, as well as support and execution of transactions, in particular in the context of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) processes. The company may 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 may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.