The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of assets of all kinds, as well as to participate in companies in Switzerland and abroad, and to manage its own assets. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own purposes, as well as guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries.