The purpose of the company is the purchase, sale, brokerage, financing, trading, transportation and storage of raw materials and goods of all kinds, as well as the provision of related financial advisory services. The company may invest in the same or similar businesses, including through the establishment of new companies and the subscription or purchase of shares or participation rights, through mergers, alliances or partnerships, and may conduct all business that 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 guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.