The purpose of the company is to acquire participations in other companies, to finance corporate groups and to engage in investment activities in Switzerland or abroad, as well as all other activities related thereto. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, exploit, sell and manage real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. In particular, the company may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as guarantees and sureties for indirect and direct subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing to companies directly or indirectly related to it, against payment or free of charge, and provide securities of all kinds.