The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, in particular in the field of financial economics. It can provide guarantees in favor of affiliated companies. The company can establish branches and representations in Switzerland and abroad, as well as found, participate in and take over the management of companies of all kinds. The company is authorized to acquire, encumber and sell real estate and building rights in Switzerland and abroad. The company can grant loans, guarantees, securities and other forms of financing and raise and invest funds on the money and capital market. The company can generally carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the purpose of the company.