The company's purpose is the direct or indirect acquisition, holding and disposal of participations in Switzerland and abroad, as well as their financing and all related activities. The company may acquire and utilize tangible or intangible assets for its own account or for the account of third parties. The company 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. 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 grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.