GE (General Electric) is an American multinational conglomerate that produces and sells a wide range of products and services, including aircraft engines, power generation, healthcare technology, renewable energy, and more. GE is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and has operations in more than 100 countries around the world.
Founded in 1892 by Thomas Edison
Began as a merger of two companies: Edison General Electric and Thomson-Houston Company
Entered the Fortune 500 ranking in 1955 and has remained on the list ever since
Diversified into various industries over the years, including transportation, healthcare, and energy
Faced financial struggles and leadership changes in the 2010s and has since undergone restructuring and divestitures
German multinational conglomerate that operates in various industries, including energy, healthcare, and transportation
Swiss-Swedish multinational corporation that specializes in robotics, power, and automation technology
American multinational conglomerate that produces commercial and consumer products, including aerospace systems and building technologies
Produces aircraft engines and components for both commercial and military purposes
Provides energy generation systems and services, including gas and steam turbines, generators, and more
Produces medical technologies and services, including diagnostic imaging systems and patient monitoring systems
Develops and produces wind turbines and other renewable energy technologies
GE stands for General Electric, the name of the company founded by Thomas Edison in 1892.
GE operates in a wide range of industries, including aviation, power generation, healthcare technology, renewable energy, and more.
Yes, GE is still in business and operates in more than 100 countries around the world.
Some of GE's most popular products include aircraft engines, gas turbines, medical imaging systems, and wind turbines.
Yes, GE has faced financial difficulties in recent years and has undergone restructuring and divestitures in an effort to improve its financial situation.