The company's purpose is to acquire and manage shareholdings in all financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable enterprises, both in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to carry out all commercial and financial operations directly or indirectly related to its purpose. In general, the company may carry out all operations and assume all functions, both for its own account and for the account of third parties, which have a direct or indirect connection with its purpose. The company may also grant loans to its shareholders, to companies affiliated with them or to third parties, and act as guarantor, provide securities or guarantee any commitment entered into by its shareholders, companies affiliated with them or third parties.