The financial participation in other companies, in particular the acquisition and management of shares of national and foreign companies. The purchase and sale as well as the management of real estate, and all similar commercial, financial and administrative activities related to real estate; the holding and use of patents, trademarks and know-how, as well as all similar financial and administrative activities in relation to the aforementioned activities, with particular reference to the agri-food and beverage sector, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The company may also hold, directly or indirectly, real estate properties or participations in real estate companies.