The company's purpose is to acquire and manage financial investments and participations on a long-term basis. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies, and conduct all business activities that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. Furthermore, it may acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, arrange financing for its own account or for third-party accounts, and provide guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties.