The company's purpose is the acquisition and sale of all shares in capital companies, as well as the management of financial, industrial or commercial participations. The Company may engage in any financial, commercial or industrial activity, movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may establish branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in any undertaking having a direct or indirect relationship with its purpose. It may grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties, if this serves its interests.