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Cencosud Reports First Quarter Results, with Significant Progress in Consolidating Its Retail Ecosystem
SANTIAGO, Chile, May 08, 2026--Cencosud S.A. reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, during a period marked by heightened international uncertainty and competitive pressure. In this context, the Company maintained resilient performance across its core operations and continued executing its transformation plan, focused on strengthening its business model and laying solid foundations for long-term growth.
About this update from Cencosud S.a.
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