The company's purpose is to acquire, hold and manage participations in companies and enterprises in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to provide services in the areas of corporate, financial and strategic consulting. The company can acquire, hold, exploit or sell patents, trademarks and other intellectual property rights as well as license rights thereto. The company can acquire, hold and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company can acquire, establish, hold, finance and manage participations in companies and enterprises in Switzerland and abroad. The company can carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the purpose of the company.