The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. It can establish companies, grant loans to affiliated companies, provide guarantees and conduct foreign exchange and financing transactions of all kinds. It can also issue bonds and take out loans. 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 third-party account, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.