Trade as well as import and export of goods of all kinds, in particular food, household items, stationery, tools, toys, hygiene articles, furniture, jewelry, cosmetics, clothing, shoes and tobacco. May establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose, acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties.