The company's purpose is to trade, process and assemble stones of all kinds, in particular natural stones, as well as to carry out all kinds of tile laying work, in particular in the field of ceramic wall and floor coverings. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and 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.