The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, sell and manage participations, tangible and financial assets in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to finance projects. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire or establish similar or related companies, 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, as well as acquire, sell and manage copyrights, patents and licenses. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, and grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.