The company's purpose is to acquire, hold and manage participations. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate, securities, industrial property rights, know-how and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. It may also grant and take out loans, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.