During the Electrolux Group Capital Markets Day on November 20, 2014, executives provided a business update indicating slight market growth with varying performance across regions, highlighting strong cash flow and profitability improvements in North America and professional products. The presentation included an announcement of the acquisition of GE Appliances for $3.3 billion, expected to enhance synergies and improve global scaling. Electrolux aims for profitable growth through innovation and operational excellence, targeting a 4% organic growth rate and an EBIT margin above 6%.