The company's purpose is to invest in and hold shares in other companies, as well as to manage its own assets, which may include real estate and bonds. The company may open branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and hold shares in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and carry out all transactions 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 on its own account or on behalf of third parties and provide guarantees and bonds for subsidiaries and third parties.