The company's purpose is to acquire, sell and manage participations of all kinds in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose or suitable to promote the purpose of the company. It may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company may acquire, manage and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad.