The company's purpose is to acquire, sell, hold and manage participations in all types of companies and businesses in Switzerland and abroad, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may carry out all financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable transactions, in Switzerland and abroad, directly or indirectly related to the main purpose, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties. It may also establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also grant loans to shareholders and/or guarantee, secure or co-sign loans granted by third parties to its shareholders.