The acquisition of participations in any form (holding) of companies and entities, and in particular the participation in companies for the realization of initiatives and for the development of activities in the industrial, commercial, financial and service sectors; the financing of companies; the financial and administrative coordination of the activities of the group companies. Furthermore, it may carry out any other commercial, financial or other operation that is useful for achieving and promoting its social purpose. The company may also acquire and hold real estate in Switzerland and abroad.