The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold, manage and sell participations in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, to manage and advise companies in Switzerland and abroad, to acquire, manage and sell securities and similar assets, as well as to carry out financing and trust transactions. The company also aims to acquire and sell, hold, manage and exploit real estate and properties in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to build new and renovate existing properties in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and carry out any business activity that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose.