The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, particularly in the fields of trade and services. It may grant guarantees in favor of affiliated companies. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, encumber and dispose of real estate. Furthermore, the company may conclude all transactions related to its main purpose and take any measures that the Board of Directors considers suitable in the interest of the company.