In Switzerland and abroad, the company is engaged in trade and commerce related to raw materials, as well as derivative products, securities and any other financial instrument. The company may carry out all commercial and financial transactions and hold participations in all companies and commercial and financial societies, both in Switzerland and abroad. The company may, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, carry out all commercial, financial, movable or immovable transactions (except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE) directly or indirectly related to its main purpose. The company may also establish branches and/or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also grant loans to third parties and/or guarantee, secure or co-sign loans granted by third parties.