The company's purpose is the acquisition and holding of participations in any commercial, industrial, financial and real estate company or enterprise, with the exception of those prohibited by the LFAIE, and the operation of cafes, restaurants and bars. The company may engage in any financial, commercial or industrial activity, movable or immovable (with the exception of those prohibited by the LFAIE), directly or indirectly related to its purpose, create branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in all enterprises having a direct or indirect relationship with its purpose, grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties.