The company's purpose is to hold, directly or indirectly, participations and to finance them, as well as to carry out all related activities. It can also acquire, exploit, grant and sell patents, patent rights, trademarks, trade names, brand protection rights, licenses and other intellectual property rights. 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.