The company's primary purpose is to engage in in- and out-licensing of products in the health and nutrition sectors, buying and selling product portfolios or trademarks, incubating new ventures, as well as product development and market creation. Additionally, it provides international service offerings in the areas of M&A and management consulting in strategy, corporate governance, and development. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business activities 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 and grant securities for liabilities of affiliated companies.