Profitloss Centerstage Events

An appeal by the United Nations to fund aid humanitarian crisis took center stage on Monday, 8 December 2014 among all major events across the globe, and remains the highlight of this week's list of center stage events.
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Centerstage events of week 2

BG Group PLC announces the sale of a gas pipeline...

BG Group PLC announces the sale of a gas pipeline in Australia for $5 billion, marking the largest deal in the company's history. The subsidiary QCLNG Pipeline Pty Ltd, which owns the 543-kilometer pipeline connecting gas fields in southern Queensland to export facilities, will be sold to gas infrastructure company APA Group. The deal allows BG Group to streamline its operations and focus on its core business.

Monday, 8 December, 2014

Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, the owner of the 1962 Nobel...

Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, the owner of the 1962 Nobel gold medal awarded to scientist James Watson, announces his decision to return the medal to Watson as a gift. Usmanov believes that the discovery of the DNA structure rightfully belongs to Watson, recognizing the significance of his contribution to science.

Tuesday, 9 December, 2014

China's central bank injects approximately 400 billion yuan ($65 billion)...

China's central bank injects approximately 400 billion yuan ($65 billion) into the country's banking system, aiming to stimulate economic growth by facilitating increased lending. Despite expressing acceptance of a slower economic pace, the government takes measures to invigorate weakening growth, providing liquidity to Chinese banks and supporting the country's economic stability.

Wednesday, 10 December, 2014

The US Navy begins operational deployment of laser weapons, initially...

The US Navy begins operational deployment of laser weapons, initially using them to protect ships stationed in the Persian Gulf. The introduction of laser weapons marks a significant advancement in naval defense capabilities, offering an efficient and precise method of countering threats in maritime environments.

Thursday, 11 December, 2014

European private equity firm BC Partners agrees to acquire PetSmart,...

European private equity firm BC Partners agrees to acquire PetSmart, the American pet supplies retail chain, for $8.7 billion. The acquisition presents an opportunity for BC Partners to enter the US market and capitalize on the growing pet industry. The deal highlights the attractiveness of the pet retail sector and the potential for further expansion.

Friday, 12 December, 2014

Rolene Strauss from South Africa is crowned Miss World 2014...

Rolene Strauss from South Africa is crowned Miss World 2014 in London. As the winner, she becomes the third South African woman to hold the prestigious title. Strauss, a medical student at the University of the Free State, emphasizes her passion for health and carries the pride of being born through assisted reproductive technology, symbolizing her dedication to promoting well-being.

Saturday, 13 December, 2014

Japanese citizens participate in a general election, resulting in a...

Japanese citizens participate in a general election, resulting in a victory for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Liberal Democratic Party and its coalition partner. They secure 325 seats out of 475, ensuring a new term for Abe and his party. The election outcome reaffirms Abe's popularity and his government's policies, including economic reforms known as "Abenomics."

Sunday, 14 December, 2014