The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations of all kinds, in particular in capital companies. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad 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 account and for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.