The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. It may also provide financing, guarantees and sureties in favor of affiliated companies. It may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of intellectual property rights and licenses of all kinds. The company may acquire, manage and dispose of real estate and properties in Switzerland and abroad, as well as rent and lease them.