The company's purpose is to manage its own assets, in particular by acquiring, managing and disposing of securities and similar assets, as well as acquiring, holding and disposing of participations in domestic and foreign companies and real estate. Furthermore, the company may trade in goods of all kinds and provide management and consulting services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries at home and abroad, participate in other companies at home 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 at home and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.