The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and sell participations in other companies of any kind, both domestically and abroad, particularly in the publishing industry. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries both 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 both domestically and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, particularly in favor of shareholders and group companies, and grant loans to shareholders and group companies or third parties, or provide security of any kind for their obligations. Furthermore, the company may provide paid services, particularly in the areas of administration, finance, law and taxes, and sell goods of its subsidiaries.