The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in companies and enterprises in Switzerland and abroad. The company may conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate. Furthermore, it may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties, and acquire, sell and manage licenses.