The company's purpose is to purchase services and trade in goods of all kinds on its own account or on behalf of third parties, whether in its own name or in the name of third parties. The company may acquire and establish similar and related businesses, as well as acquire or sell real estate. The company may grant loans or other financing to its direct or indirect parent company, as well as to their direct or indirect subsidiaries (directly or indirectly). The company may also provide guarantees, securities, and other obligations of any kind for the liabilities of such companies, including through fiduciary assignments or transfers of and pledges on the company's assets. Furthermore, the company may operate or participate in cash pooling (of any kind). Each transaction mentioned in this paragraph may be carried out independently of any potential cluster risks and with or without consideration.