The company's purpose is to acquire, sell, manage and hold participations of any kind. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, as well as acquire, hold and sell real estate. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose. In particular, the company may grant loans, guarantees and other forms of financing and security to affiliated and related companies, and raise and invest funds on the money and capital markets.