The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and hold participations in companies of all kinds as well as other assets and to manage real estate. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries and participate in or merge with other companies, 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. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of others and provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company may acquire and exploit licenses, concessions and rights, acquire or merge with similar or related businesses. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are related to the purpose of the company.