The company's purpose is to engage in activities in the field of music publishing, including the conclusion of exclusive publishing contracts with authors, the licensing of works to sub-publishers and other users, such as film and TV companies, consumer goods companies and record companies, as well as the management and enforcement of copyrights in musical works and the collection of licensing fees. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote or facilitate the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose, in particular by participating in companies of a similar nature in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It may acquire, manage, encumber and dispose of real estate, securities and intellectual property rights. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.