The company's purpose is to operate retail stores (such as Nike Stores) and distribute third-party services in these stores. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. It may acquire, hold and sell real estate. The company may also carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. The company is authorized to take financing, restructuring and guarantee measures in favor of shareholders, group companies or third parties, as well as to grant loans to shareholders, group companies or third parties or to provide security for their obligations.