The acquisition, holding, sale or rental of all properties in Switzerland or abroad. The company may also carry out all operations that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose and that promote or facilitate its development. The company may grant loans or any other form of financing to affiliated companies (or third parties), in Switzerland or abroad, as well as provide any kind of security, for the direct or indirect benefit of affiliated companies (or third parties), in particular in the form of guarantees, pledges or fiduciary transfers of the company's assets.