The company's purpose is to trade in raw materials of all kinds and other goods on its own account or on behalf of third parties, both domestically and abroad. It can provide or broker related services and carry out financing. Furthermore, the company can acquire, hold and sell real estate in Switzerland and/or abroad; carry out all financial, commercial and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose; hold, acquire, use or sell intellectual property rights related to the company's purpose; establish branches and subsidiaries; and participate in or merge with other companies.