The trade in goods of all kinds, in particular books and stationery, newspapers, tobacco, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as well as franchised products. Furthermore, the company aims to operate a grocery store as well as provide services in the food sector. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries and may participate in other companies, both in Switzerland and abroad and, in general, carry out any activity directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of real estate both in Switzerland and abroad. It may carry out, either for its own account or for the account of third parties, all financial transactions as well as act as guarantor or surety for subsidiaries or third parties.