The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in other companies of any kind, both domestically and abroad. The company may provide services to group companies, particularly in the areas of management and financing. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries domestically and abroad, participate in other companies domestically 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 domestically and abroad. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.