The company's purpose is the acquisition, holding, administration and disposal of participations in all companies both in Switzerland and abroad. It may: carry out all securities, real estate, industrial, financial and commercial transactions directly or indirectly related to the realization of its purpose; grant loans to its shareholders and third parties, guarantee loans subscribed by shareholders or third parties, secure these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by subscribing to any other commitment, if it serves its interests; open branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad.