The company's purpose is the direct or indirect acquisition, holding, management and disposal of private market participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. It can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties. It can acquire, develop, manage and exploit patents, trademarks, licenses, manufacturing processes and intellectual property rights.