The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage, sell and finance participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company is authorized to conduct all business and conclude contracts that promote the purpose of the company or are directly or indirectly related to it. In particular, it may provide guarantees or financing in favor of affiliated companies or shareholders, grant loans to shareholders, perform management activities and exercise corresponding management functions. The company may acquire, sell, rent or lease real estate, as well as establish branches in Switzerland and abroad.