The acquisition, management, holding and sale of participations in companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as the financing of such companies, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. It may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, grant loans, in particular to associates, acquire or create similar or similar companies, acquire or sell real estate, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE, and perform all functions that are intended to develop the purpose of the company or have a direct or indirect connection with its object, as well as all financial and real estate transactions related thereto.