The purpose of the company is to hold, manage and exploit participations or shares in companies, as well as to provide consulting and other services in the field of corporate management and development of corporate strategies, as well as in related areas, in particular for companies legally or economically connected to the company. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, as well as participate in companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may conduct all commercial, financial or other business that is suitable to promote the purpose of the company. The company may acquire, hold, encumber and sell real estate. Furthermore, the company may provide financing services to group companies and grant loans.