The company's purpose is the printing, publishing and distribution of all literary or scientific works, the research and promotion of authors and the collection of authors' rights, as well as the provision of all consulting services to foreign companies. The company also has the purpose of carrying out all real estate transactions in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company may: carry out any financial, commercial or industrial activity, movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to its purpose; create branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad; participate in all enterprises having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose; grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties, if this serves its interests.