The company's primary purpose is to make capital investments, in particular through securities and participations, as well as the acquisition, management and sale of properties of all kinds. The company may also establish and manage other asset investments. The company may 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 may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide security for liabilities of affiliated companies.