In Switzerland and abroad, the acquisition, holding and management of participations in companies, excluding any participations in real estate companies, financing, consulting services and any activity in Switzerland and abroad that can contribute directly or indirectly to the purpose of the company. The company may also provide financial services and advice, grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire or establish companies with an identical or similar purpose, carry out all commercial, financial, securities or other transactions and conclude all contracts that serve to develop its purpose or are directly or indirectly related to it.