The company's purpose is to acquire and permanently manage participations and financial investments in other companies. The company may also make other capital investments. The company may acquire, hold, encumber and sell real estate. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose. The company may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.