The acquisition of a commercial participation, in any form, in any Swiss or foreign company; the company may also carry out, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, all commercial, securities and financial transactions, directly or indirectly related to its purpose, in any form, including through the issuance of bonds and loans contracted with individuals, private companies (listed or unlisted on stock exchanges) or public institutions; 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.