The acquisition, long-term management and exploitation of participations in Swiss and foreign companies, as well as the provision of related consulting, financing, management, planning and coordination services. The Company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, invest in other Swiss and foreign companies, act as representative of companies and conclude all transactions and contracts that may serve the purpose of the Company or be directly or indirectly related to such purpose. It may also raise funds on its own behalf or on behalf of third parties and provide guarantees or sureties in favor of controlled companies and third parties. It may also acquire and sell real estate.