The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage, and dispose of interests in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries at home and abroad and participate in other companies at home and abroad, as well as conduct all transactions that are 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 and on behalf of others, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.