The purpose of the company is to acquire, sell and manage participations in companies of all kinds as well as other assets and to carry out financing, commission and other business. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries, participate in other companies and carry out all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate. 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. It may acquire and exploit licenses, concessions and rights, acquire or merge with similar or related companies. It may carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are related to the purpose of the company.