The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage, and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds as well as real estate both domestically and abroad. The company may also acquire, manage, and dispose of other types of securities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries both domestically and abroad and may participate in other companies both domestically and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property both domestically and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own or third-party account and may enter into guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.