The company's purpose is to participate directly or indirectly in companies of all kinds in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to acquire, sell, finance and manage economic interests of all kinds, in particular corporate and financial interests. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote or facilitate the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose. The company may, in particular, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, finance them and establish branches in Switzerland and abroad. It may also create guarantees in favor of affiliated companies. The company may acquire, encumber and dispose of real estate and properties.