The company's purpose is to hold participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to conduct legal, financial and commercial transactions. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, acquire or sell other companies. It may acquire, manage and sell real estate and securities. It may carry out all commercial and financial transactions that may be conducive to the realization of its purpose. It may take out and grant loans, provide guarantees and other securities, acquire, manage and exploit intellectual property rights.