The company's purpose is: the acquisition, holding, management, and sale of participations, directly or indirectly, in any company or commercial, financial, movable or immovable enterprise, in Switzerland and abroad, as well as the financing of such companies, with the exception of operations prohibited by the LFAIE; the purchase, sale, and rental of real estate, the management of buildings, and all other real estate transactions, with the exception of operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may, in direct or indirect connection with its main purpose: a) participate in all enterprises or activities in Switzerland and abroad, or acquire or establish companies with an identical or similar purpose; b) establish branches in Switzerland and abroad; c) grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties if it serves its interests; d) conclude all contracts that are suitable for developing its purpose or are directly or indirectly related to it.