The company's purpose is to acquire, sell, hold and manage participations in all companies, particularly commercial, real estate and industrial companies, in Switzerland and abroad, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may: - carry out any financial, commercial or industrial activity, movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to its purpose; - establish branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad; - participate in all companies having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose; - grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties, if it serves its interests.