The company's purpose is the acquisition, holding and management of participations in all commercial, industrial, financial and real estate companies in Switzerland and abroad, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and/or abroad. It may acquire participations in all companies, acquire or establish such companies, carry out all operations and perform all functions that are intended to develop the company's purpose or that have a direct or indirect connection with its object. It may engage in promotional activities by investing in activities related to its purpose. It may grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties if it serves its interests.