The company pursues the purpose set forth in the articles of association. The company's main purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to provide and perform financial and administrative services (excluding asset management pursuant to Art. 17 et seq. FINIG) and related services in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, grant and dispose of licenses and intellectual property rights. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose.