The purpose of the company is to acquire, finance, manage and dispose of participations in national and international companies of any kind. Furthermore, the company aims to provide management and consulting services nationally and internationally, particularly in the areas of strategic planning, financial management, marketing, human resources and technology development. In addition, the company aims to offer and conduct financing and capital market activities, such as taking out loans, issuing bonds and using other financial instruments. The company can 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 can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.