The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to advise companies. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate, securities and other assets in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees, loans and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.