Dutch retail giant Ahold today (Monday) announced it has successfully completed the sale of its remaining Brazilian operation, G. Barbosa Comercial Ltda.

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The sale agreement with an affiliate of ACON Investments, a US-based investment firm, was announced on December 31, 2004.


The divestment of G. Barbosa completes Ahold’s divestiture program in Brazil, the company said.

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