The company's purpose is to acquire, hold and manage participations and securities. It can also acquire, sell and license patents and intellectual property rights, as well as carry out financing activities. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business activities that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also carry out financing activities on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties.