The company's purpose is to trade and manage participations and other assets in Switzerland and abroad on its own account or on behalf of third parties. The company may provide financing for its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for its subsidiaries and third parties. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire and sell real estate, and carry out all activities that are suitable to promote the purpose of the company.