The document discusses the topic of trade. It begins by defining business as an economic activity concerned with production and distribution of goods and services. It then discusses the different types of trade, including home trade (within a country), foreign trade (between countries), and entrepot trade (through a third country). Home trade is further divided into retail trade and wholesale trade. Retail trade involves selling goods to consumers, while wholesale trade involves selling goods in bulk to retailers. Examples of retail traders are given as peddlers and street traders. The document concludes with references used.