The company's purpose is to hold, manage, acquire and sell assets of all kinds, in particular participations in companies of all kinds, as well as to provide all related services. 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. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, it may acquire, hold and sell securities and grant loans. The company may also conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose.