The acquisition, administration and sale of participations in any form in companies and entities, and in particular the participation in companies for the realization of initiatives and the development of activities in the industrial, agricultural, commercial and service sectors. The financing of companies, the financial and administrative coordination of the activities of the group companies and the provision of services to group companies or third parties. Furthermore, it may carry out any other commercial, financial or other operation that is useful for achieving and promoting its social purpose. The company may grant direct or indirect financing to controlled companies or other group companies and provide guarantees or collateral of any kind in favor of these companies, even if these guarantees or collateral are granted without remuneration or compensation. The company may acquire, manage and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad.