The company's purpose is to manufacture, sell and distribute publishing products of all kinds, primarily in Switzerland. It can advise other companies, operate radio and television stations and participate in them. It can acquire, manage and sell licenses, patents and other intellectual property rights. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.