The company's purpose is to participate in and finance industrial, financial and other companies in Switzerland and abroad. It can acquire, hold and sell real estate and properties. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as grant loans, guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties, and provide management services to subsidiaries. Furthermore, it can acquire, exploit, manage and consult on inventions, patents, licenses, trademark rights, trademarks, copyrights and know-how of all kinds.