The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to finance and advise them. The company can establish subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as 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. It can 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. Furthermore, it can acquire, manage and dispose of patents and licenses.