The company's purpose is to trade in goods of all kinds, primarily consumer, construction and industrial goods, as well as to provide consulting and service activities in this context. The company may, in addition, conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose. 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, as well as provide security for liabilities of affiliated companies.