The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, particularly in the fields of trade and services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, grant and take out loans, provide guarantees and other securities, in particular in favor of affiliated and related companies, as well as conduct all business that is suitable to promote the purpose of the company. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of real estate and carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are related to the purpose of the company.