The operation of all retail businesses, grocery stores and other public establishments; in Switzerland and abroad, the import, export, purchase and sale of all foodstuffs, products from organic farming, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, tobacco and all other consumer goods. Furthermore, it may carry out, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, all financial, commercial, movable or immovable transactions directly or indirectly related to its corporate purpose and may be interested, in any form, in all similar enterprises, in particular by taking a stake in similar enterprises. The company may also establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad.