The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations, real estate and properties of all kinds, as well as to carry out asset management activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and acquire, exploit, manage or dispose of real estate, properties and other financial investments, as well as intellectual property rights. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and grant guarantees and sureties for affiliated companies and third parties. Furthermore, the company may carry out all business activities that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose.