The company's purpose is to engage in national and international trade, as well as the brokerage and agency of metals, raw materials, building materials, precious goods, and other commodities. Furthermore, the company provides consulting and services in the areas of trade, procurement, logistics, IT, EDV, accounting, and controlling, as well as other central services in industry-relevant fields. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and grant securities for the liabilities of affiliated companies.