The company's purpose is to hold participations in Swiss and foreign companies, as well as to invest in securities (in particular shares and bonds) and portfolios of securities, excluding operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may also: carry out all financial, commercial or industrial activities, whether movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to its purpose; participate in all enterprises having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose; establish branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland or abroad; grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties, if it serves its interests.