The company's purpose is to acquire, sell and manage participations and other assets, as well as to take over and control new businesses of any kind. Furthermore, the company may conduct all commercial, financial and other transactions that are intended and suitable to promote or facilitate the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose. 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 and sell real estate, limited property rights and intellectual property rights.