The company's purpose is to hold, acquire and sell participations in other companies. The company may provide management services to subsidiaries and related third parties. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose. The company may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.