The purpose of the company is to establish or acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, provide services in the field of finance and economics, particularly management and administration. 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. The company may acquire, develop, manage and exploit patents, licenses and other rights. Furthermore, the company may conduct any business or conclude any contracts that are suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose or are directly or indirectly related thereto.