The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds as well as real estate. It can grant loans to affiliated companies, provide guarantees and conduct foreign exchange and financing transactions of all kinds. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, manage and dispose of real estate, intellectual property and other capital investments. Furthermore, the company can carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose.