The company's purpose is the acquisition, continued management and disposal of participations in any Swiss and foreign financial, commercial and industrial companies, in particular in the artistic and publishing sectors. The company may carry out all commercial, financial and other activities related to its purpose. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, dispose of and lease real estate, within the limits of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate in Switzerland by Foreigners (LFAIE). The company may grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties, in particular affiliated companies, if this serves its interests.