The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage on a long-term basis and dispose of participations in other companies. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of real estate and intellectual property rights. The company may also carry out all commercial, financial and other activities which are directly or indirectly related to the purpose of the company. The company is authorized to take financing, restructuring and guarantee measures in favor of shareholders, group companies or third parties, as well as to grant loans to shareholders, group companies or third parties or to provide security for their obligations.