The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. It is authorized to carry out financial and administrative transactions of all kinds. The company may also assume representations, acquire, develop, manage and exploit patents, licenses and manufacturing processes. It may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad.