The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in industrial, commercial and service companies in Switzerland and abroad, particularly in the credit card and luxury goods sectors. This includes the purchase, sale, licensing and use of intellectual property rights such as trademarks, signs, designs and copyrights, especially in the credit card and luxury goods sectors. The company also provides consulting and support services in the areas of general management, controlling and finance, legal and tax, human resources and marketing and communication. 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.