AEON Kyushu Reports Damage From July 29 Earthquake in Kumamoto

TOKYO, Jul 29 (Pulse News Wire) – Aeon Kyushu CO.,LTD. (2653.T) reported damage from the earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 29.

The company extends condolences to those affected and expresses support for recovery efforts. Regarding employee impact, several minor injuries and property damage reports have been received but there are no major casualties.

As of 14:00 local time, out of 365 stores operated by AEON KYUSHU and its subsidiary Ito Yokado Kyushu Co., Ltd., four supermarkets, six supermarkets, three discount stores, one home center, and three stores within supermarkets in Kumamoto Prefecture suffered pipe ruptures, ceiling board collapses, and product damage, leading to temporary closures pending inspection and repair. For business performance impacts, AEON KYUSHU stated ongoing investigations are underway.

Should significant effects on earnings be identified, the company will promptly disclose further updates.