The company's purpose is the acquisition, sale, holding, and permanent management of shareholdings and investments of all kinds in Swiss and/or foreign companies. The company may buy and/or sell real estate, establish branches and subsidiaries, and carry out any other activities connected with the company's purpose or aimed at promoting it. The company may engage in cash pooling and financing activities within the group. The company may carry out financial activities exclusively on its own account, including the management of investment portfolios, investment activities in financial instruments, shareholdings, and other financial operations for its own assets.