The acquisition of participations, in whatever form, in Swiss or foreign companies, as well as the acquisition by purchase, subscription or any other means, and the disposal by sale, exchange or any other means of securities, bonds, bills and other securities of all kinds, the possession, administration, development and management of its portfolio, excluding operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may carry out, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, all financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable transactions in Switzerland and abroad, directly or indirectly related to the main purpose. It may also establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also grant loans to its shareholders and other group companies and/or guarantee, secure or co-sign loans granted by third parties to its shareholders and other group companies.