The company's purpose is to trade steel products, raw materials for steel production, and auxiliary and operating materials for steelworks worldwide. The company conducts business in its own name and acts as an intermediary for such activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business 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 third-party account, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.