The company's purpose is to acquire, manage, and dispose of interests in companies or enterprises both domestically and abroad. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches both domestically and abroad, and may also participate in other companies. The company may acquire, hold, encumber, and dispose of real estate and intangible property rights. The company may also engage in all commercial, financial, and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. The company may grant loans and other direct or indirect financing to affiliated companies and third parties, including their (direct and indirect) shareholders and their affiliated companies, and may provide security for their obligations of any kind, including by pledging or fiduciary transfer of the company's assets or guarantees of any kind, whether or not for consideration.