The management and operation of food retail stores. The company may purchase, sell and generally market any type of food or other product. The company may acquire or grant participations in other companies with a similar or related purpose to its own, as well as open branches and/or subsidiaries both in Switzerland and abroad. Within the scope and limits provided for by the regulations in force from time to time, the company pursues its social purpose, also being able to carry out postal service activities on behalf of Swiss Post. Finally, the company may engage in all commercial, financial, consulting or other activities that are related to its purpose.