The company's purpose is to provide advice in the fields of finance and investment in Switzerland. The company may also engage in all financial, commercial, industrial, movable or immovable activities, except for operations covered by the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Foreigners, in direct or indirect connection with its purpose; establish branches or subsidiaries abroad; participate in all companies having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose; and grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties, if it serves its interests.