The company's purpose is the acquisition, ongoing management, and disposal of holdings in Swiss and foreign companies of all kinds, particularly in the fields of trade and services. It may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, grant loans, including to associates, acquire or establish similar or related businesses, acquire or sell real estate, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE, and perform all functions that are intended to develop the company's purpose or have a direct or indirect connection with its object, as well as all financial and real estate transactions related thereto.