The company's purpose is to acquire and dispose of interests in all industrial, commercial, financial, real estate or other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to manage such interests and finance subsidiary companies. The company may also carry out all operations and functions that are intended to develop its purpose or have a direct or indirect connection with it. The company may finally establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, engage in all financial and commercial operations related to its corporate purpose, and participate in all other companies pursuing a similar purpose. Consequently, it may acquire properties in Switzerland or abroad, mortgage or sell them, and grant loans or guarantees to its shareholders or third parties, if this serves its interests.