The company's purpose is to trade in goods of all kinds and to make investments in Switzerland and abroad. It can acquire, hold, manage and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees, sureties and other securities in favor of affiliated companies and third parties.