The company's purpose is to acquire, promote, manage and sell participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to finance and advise them. Furthermore, the company can provide consulting and travel services. The company trades in goods of all kinds and is authorized to conduct all business directly or indirectly serving or promoting the company's purpose. It can establish subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It can also acquire, create, manage and sell real estate, as well as finance it, including providing guarantees for the benefit of affiliated real estate companies. Additionally, it can acquire, manage and sell patents and licenses.