Note 47

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Events after the balance sheet date

On 1 January 2009, Kesko Agro Ltd demerged so that the agricultural trade activities in Finland became part of Rautakesko Ltd. In addition, the trade of tractors and combines, as well as the agricultural and machinery trade companies in the Baltic countries became part of Konekesko Ltd (stock exchange release on 28 May 2008).

Anttila Oy, K-citymarket Oy (home and speciality goods) and the other Kesko Group home and speciality goods companies intensify their cooperation. As of 1 January 2009, the Kesko Group's primary reportable segments are the food trade, the home and speciality goods trade, the building and home improvement trade, and the car and machinery trade (stock exchange release on 12 December 2008).

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