The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage, and dispose of interests in companies both domestically and abroad. The company may establish branches, assume representations, and enter into all transactions and conclude contracts that may be suitable to promote the company's purpose or are directly or indirectly related thereto. It may also provide financing for its own or third-party account, as well as guarantees, sureties, and pledge transactions for affiliated companies and third parties. The company may acquire, lease, rent, encumber, and dispose of real estate both domestically and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, manage, or sell any type of debt or securities, within Switzerland or abroad.