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General Electric Company (GE) Stock

General Electric Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

General Electric Company (GE), a prominent company in the manufacturing sector within the electronic & other electrical equipment (no computer equip) industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $264.99. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $149.24 and $262.46. This places the current price at 101.0% of its 52-week high and 77.6% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 132,643. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US3696043013.

Market Cap

$271.41B

52-Week High

$262.46

0.96% from high

52-Week Low

$149.24

+77.56% from low

Avg Daily Volume

132,643

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

40.14

Above market average

Forward P/E

45.66

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

9.40

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

14.10

EV/EBITDA

27.75

EPS (TTM)

$6.34

Price to Sales

6.84

Beta

1.39

Similar volatility to market

How is GE valued relative to its earnings and growth?
General Electric Company trades at a P/E ratio of 40.14, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 45.66 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 9.40 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is GE's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.39, General Electric Company is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 14.10 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

17.60%

Operating Margin

22.00%

Return on Equity

27.20%

Return on Assets

3.72%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

10.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

31.40%

How profitable and efficient is GE's business model?
General Electric Company achieves a profit margin of 17.60%, meaning it retains $17.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 22.00% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 27.20% and ROA at 3.72%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are GE's recent growth trends?
General Electric Company's revenue grew by 10.90% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 31.40% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against ELECTRONIC & OTHER ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (NO COMPUTER EQUIP) industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.20

Dividend Yield

0.57%

Ex-Dividend Date

7/7/2025

Dividend Date

7/25/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from GE?
General Electric Company offers a dividend yield of 0.57%, paying $1.20 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 7/7/2025.
How reliable is GE's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - General Electric Company pays $1.20 per share in dividends against earnings of $6.34 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 18.93%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/25/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

1.07B

Book Value/Share

$18.05

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is GE's market capitalization and position?
General Electric Company has a market capitalization of $271.41B, classifying it as a mega-cap stock (over $200B). These are the largest, most established companies globally, typically offering stability and liquidity but with more modest growth potential. Mega-caps often pay dividends and weather economic downturns better than smaller companies. With 1.07B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a major player in the ELECTRONIC & OTHER ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (NO COMPUTER EQUIP) industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does GE's price compare to its book value?
General Electric Company's book value per share is $18.05, while the current stock price is $264.99, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 14.68. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$247.54

6.59% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

13

Hold

3

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for GE?
20 analysts cover GE with 85% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $247.54 implies -6.6% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on GE?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 13 Buy, 3 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 02:29 AM

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