The company aims to acquire participations in other companies of any kind in Switzerland and abroad. The company can also establish, acquire and merge with other companies of any kind in Switzerland and abroad. It can acquire, encumber and sell real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad, and establish branches and agencies in Switzerland or abroad by decision of the board of directors. Furthermore, the company can acquire, manage and sell securities, take out and grant loans, as well as provide guarantees and other securities.