The company's purpose is the acquisition, sale, exchange, rental, construction, financing, operation, and management of properties or land, with or without accessories, participation in all financial operations and transactions that are intended to develop the company's purpose or have a direct or indirect connection to its object. The company may acquire and manage participations, on its own account or on behalf of third parties, in commercial or industrial enterprises, located in Switzerland or abroad, by acquiring shares, bonds, or other securities, holding claims, or any other suitable form, acquiring patents and trademarks. The company may grant loans to shareholders or third parties, act as guarantor for loans subscribed by shareholders or third parties, guarantee these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by subscribing to any other financial commitment, and pledge its assets to secure any claim. The company may engage in any commercial and financial activity, investment, or other activity directly or indirectly related to its purpose or intended to achieve it. It may conduct these operations on its own behalf or on behalf of third parties, as a representative or agent, or have them executed on its behalf by third parties. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad.