all advisory, investment, fiduciary, and direct and indirect participation activities in any companies or businesses, as well as the purchase, sale, and any other activity in the field of real estate. The company may, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, carry out all commercial, securities, and financial transactions, directly or indirectly related to its purpose, in any form, including in the form of participations. The company may open branches in Switzerland and abroad, establish or acquire any business pursuing a similar or complementary purpose. The company may grant loans or guarantees to its shareholders or third parties.