The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold and sell participations in companies of all kinds. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company can perform all legal acts and conduct business that are suitable to promote the development of the company and achieve its purpose. The company can also acquire, hold and sell real estate.