The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and sell participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, in particular in the field of financial economics. It can provide guarantees in favor of affiliated companies. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company can acquire, hold and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad, as well as acquire, manage and exploit industrial property rights, intellectual property rights and know-how. The company can carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose.