The acquisition, management, financing and disposal of participations in Swiss and foreign companies. The company may engage in all financial, commercial, industrial, movable or immovable activities, directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies, directly or indirectly related to its purpose, in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold, dispose of and lease real estate, excluding operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties if it serves its interests; act as guarantor for loans subscribed by its associates or third parties, secure these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by subscribing to any other financial commitment; pledge its assets to secure any claim. It may also act as a trustee.