Financial and industrial participation, direct or indirect, in companies, in Switzerland and abroad. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It can acquire, sell, operate, license, and acquire patents and, in general, handle all operations directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It can carry out all operations that, in the opinion of its management, are favorable to its purpose or useful for the placement of its available funds. It can also acquire, hold, or dispose of real estate.