Cencosud strengthens its presence in Colombia by inaugurating six new stores in December

• Cencosud completed a total of 34,000 square meters of retail space and an investment of over $20 million in Colombia this month through the opening of three Home Improvement & Construction stores, Easy, and three Metro supermarkets.
• Globally, including all brands present in Colombia, Cencosud now has 188 stores in the country, representing 10% of the company's total operation.

Santiago, December 19, 2013.- Cencosud completed a total of 34,000 square meters of retail space and an investment of over $20 million in Colombia this month through the opening of three Home Improvement & Construction stores, Easy, and three Metro supermarkets.

"It demonstrates the strong presence that retailer Cencosud seeks in its expansion in the coffee-growing country, which already has 79 supermarkets and 21 express stores."

Erick Basset, Manager of Supermarkets Colombia.

"It undoubtedly shows the dynamism that the company is experiencing in Colombia, as with these three new stores, we now have nine locations. We are very satisfied with the brand's performance and look forward to continued growth, as the customers have shown their preference for us."

Jaime Zawadski, Manager of Easy Colombia.

It is worth noting that these openings will generate new jobs for 700 people. Furthermore, globally and including all brands present in Colombia, Cencosud has 188 stores in the country, representing 10% of the company's total sales.