The company's purpose is the management as well as the acquisition and disposal of assets of all kinds, particularly of participations in enterprises of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries at home and abroad and may participate in other companies at home and abroad as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property at home and abroad. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of others as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.