The company's purpose is to trade in consumer goods and investments, as well as to trade in goods of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies, 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 guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company may acquire, manage and sell copyrights, patents and licenses of all kinds.