The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage, and dispose of participations and other securities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and may participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own or third-party account and enter into guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.