The company's purpose is to acquire and manage participations in all financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable property companies, both in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to carry out all commercial and financial transactions directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may also carry out all real estate transactions, including buying, selling, managing, administering, promoting real estate and related consulting. The company may establish branches and grant loans to its associates and third parties, guarantee loans subscribed by associates or third parties, secure these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by subscribing to any other financial commitments.