The purpose of the company is to hold and manage participations in domestic and foreign enterprises, as well as to lead and finance them. The company is authorized to establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, establish, hold, finance, and manage participations in companies and enterprises domestically and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, exploit, or purchase patents, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights, as well as license rights thereto. The company may acquire, hold, and dispose of real estate domestically and abroad. The company may engage in all commercial, financial, and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the purpose of the company.