The company's purpose is in particular to participate in companies for its own account and for the account of third parties, both domestically and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries domestically 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 domestically and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.