The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations of all kinds. It can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant loans and securities in favor of other group companies and third parties.