The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage, encumber and dispose of participations in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to finance companies in which it has a participation. The company may acquire, manage, encumber and dispose of securities and intellectual property rights of all kinds, as well as conduct financial, investment and trust transactions of all kinds. The company may also provide services related to its corporate purpose. Finally, the company may acquire, encumber, manage, dispose of real estate in Switzerland and abroad, establish subsidiaries and branches, and conduct all business that is related to its purpose and the investment of its assets.