The company's purpose is the manufacture, marketing and distribution of chocolate products, confectionery, pastry and bakery products as well as related products, and the operation of restaurants. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as 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 provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company has the exclusive rights to operate the teuscher and teuscherchocolates of Switzerland brands throughout Europe.