The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, of other assets and rights, as well as to carry out and support financial transactions. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and 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. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant securities for liabilities of affiliated companies and third parties.