The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations of all kinds in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company aims to provide consulting services, in particular in the areas of strategy, corporate development and operational management, as well as structuring and managing funds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also 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.