The company's purpose is to conduct research and development, manufacture, trade internationally and distribute products of all kinds, in particular pharmaceuticals, diagnostics (systems, reagents and instruments, digital solutions, etc.) and chemicals, as well as provide services related to these products. The company also aims to have a significantly positive impact on the common good and the environment through its business activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in or acquire other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that promotes the company's purpose and 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 grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties. It may acquire, develop, manage and exploit patents, trademarks, licenses, manufacturing processes and intellectual property rights of all kinds.