The purpose of the company is to hold and manage participations as well as to trade with them. Within the framework of this activity, the company can manage and license intangible assets, grant loans, and establish representations, branch offices, and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company can acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also carry out financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company can conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose.