The purpose of the company is to acquire and manage participations in other companies, both domestically and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries, both domestically and abroad. The company is authorized to acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property, both domestically and abroad. In addition, the company may engage in all commercial, financial, and other activities that are related to the purpose of the company. It may, in particular, also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of others, as well as issue guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.