The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. The company may enter into all transactions, take all measures and conclude all contracts that are connected with or suitable to promote the company's purpose. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, hold and grant licenses, participate in companies of the same or related industries or acquire or establish and finance such companies. The company may acquire, manage and dispose of real estate.