Acquisition and administration of shareholdings, on its own behalf or on behalf of third parties, as a representative or in a fiduciary capacity, in commercial, industrial, financial, and real estate companies, located in Switzerland or abroad, through the purchase of shares, bonds, or stakes, holding receivables, or any other suitable form. The company may conduct all operations that are directly or indirectly related to its main purpose. It may grant loans to its shareholders or to third parties, act as a guarantor for loans taken out by its shareholders or third parties, secure these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by entering into any other financial commitment, pledge its assets, or guarantee any claim.