The company aims to acquire, hold and sell participations in companies of all kinds, including their management and financing. Furthermore, the company aims to provide services in the areas of consulting and management, as well as to take on consulting and service mandates in the area of management services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is 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 for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties.