The company's purpose is to hold and manage participations. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and may participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad as well as acquire, exploit, manage or dispose of real property and intellectual property rights. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of others as well as provide guarantees and sureties for affiliated companies and third parties. In addition, the company may conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose.