The company's purpose is to acquire, hold and permanently manage participations in other companies, as well as to advise on and trade in electromechanical components. The company 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. It may acquire, manage and exploit intellectual property rights. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate and securities in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.