The company's purpose is the acquisition, sale, management and financing of financial, commercial, real estate and industrial participations in Switzerland and abroad, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and/or abroad. It may acquire interests in any company, acquire or establish such companies, carry out all operations and perform all functions that are intended to develop the company's purpose or have a direct or indirect connection with its object. It may engage in promotional activities by investing in activities related to its purpose. It may grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties if it serves its interests.