The company's purpose is the operation of pharmacies, the operation, manufacture and trade of pharmaceutical, veterinary, parapharmaceutical, druggist, hygiene, cosmetic and perfumery products. It may carry out all operations that are directly or indirectly related to its main purpose. The company may grant loans to its shareholders or third parties, guarantee loans subscribed by its shareholders or third parties, secure these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by subscribing to any other financial commitment, pledge its assets to secure any claim. It may also act as a trustee. It may perform all operations directly or indirectly related to this purpose and take an interest in it directly and indirectly. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad.