The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and sell participations. The company may also provide financing and perform services that are directly related to its main activity, such as holding participations and providing financing. It may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.