The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in other companies. In addition to the functions associated therewith, namely central management tasks, controlling and financing, it can provide operational services for its participations and third parties. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.