This cluster regroups the businesses that have emerged from the traditional trading and financial services activities of Currimjee Jeewanjee. Although the business units operate in different areas, they share inherent similarities in competencies, approach and customer segmentation.

Batimex Limited operates in the construction materials sector through its retail and contracting services. Direct selling activities include the distribution of renowned quality stainless steel AMC cookware products in Mauritius through AMC Ltd and the distribution of WorldBook educational and reference publications in South Africa.

Evolution in the retail sector led to the setting up of Cheribinny Ltd, a consumer finance company, in 1992.

Island Life Assurance was set up in 1985 following investment in short-term general insurance. The Company reaches its customers through numerous sales channels, the most important being its direct sales force.