The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. It may grant and take out loans, as well as provide guarantees and other securities, in particular in favor of affiliated and related companies. The company may conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose or the investment of its assets, expand its activities to related industries, establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, acquire or participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as acquire, sell and manage real estate.