The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. The company may, in addition, carry out all transactions that are intended or suitable to develop the company or promote or facilitate the company's purpose. In particular, it may participate in other companies, establish branches and acquire, encumber and sell real estate. 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.