Industrial conglomerate General Electric Co. (GE) reported Tuesday a net profit for the fourth quarter that declined 24 percent from last year, which had earnings from discontinued operations. This despite 15 percent revenue growth and improved profit margins. Adjusted earnings per share and quarterly revenues topped analysts' expectations. The company also initiated adjusted earnings guidance for the first quarter, below estimates.
In pre-market activity on the NYSE, GE shares are trading at $128.20, down $3.03 or 2.31 percent.
For comments and feedback contact: editorial@rttnews.com
April 17, 2026 15:29 ET The ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to raise concerns for policymakers who worry about the impact of the supply shock and high energy prices on the real economy. Producer price data and various survey results on the housing market were the main news from the U.S. this week. In Europe, industrial production data for the euro area gained attention. GDP figures out of China and the policy move by the Singapore central bank were in focus in Asia.