The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold, manage, sell and finance direct and indirect participations in companies of all kinds, in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also acquire, manage and sell securities, intangible assets and other capital investments, as well as provide services to its group companies, in particular in the field of management. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and/or abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate. The company may conduct all commercial, financial or other transactions that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. It may grant loans, guarantees and other types of financing to its group companies.