The company's purpose is to acquire, sell, hold, manage and finance participations, in particular in the financial, industrial and commercial sectors, both in Switzerland and abroad, with the exception of operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may: carry out any financial, commercial or industrial activity, whether movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to its purpose; create branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad; participate in any undertaking having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose; grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties, if it serves its interests.