The company's purpose is to trade, purchase and sell raw materials in Switzerland and abroad. In addition, the company may provide services, including consulting services, related to the trade of raw materials. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and acquire, hold, sell or finance any type of business. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate. The company may engage in all commercial activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose and take all measures that appear to promote the company's purpose or are related to it. The company is authorized to take financing, restructuring and guarantee measures in favor of shareholders, group companies or third parties, as well as to grant loans or provide security for obligations to shareholders, group companies or third parties.