13 Nov 2014 Berkshire Hathaway to acquire the Duracell battery business from Procter & Gamble ( Portfolio )

“I have always been impressed by Duracell, as a consumer and as a long-term investor in P&G and Gillette,” commented Warren E. Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway chief executive officer. “Duracell is a leading global brand with top quality products, and it will fit well within Berkshire Hathaway.”