The company's purpose is the acquisition, sale, administration and management of participations in all commercial, financial, real estate and industrial enterprises, the holding of patents, the realization of all studies, research and actions in the field of management, assistance and consulting, as well as all financial operations in any form, in Switzerland or abroad. The company may: create branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad; participate in all enterprises having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose in Switzerland or abroad; grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties, if it serves its interests.