GE Vernova (GEV)


Market Price (10/30/2026): $863.14 | Market Cap: $228.5 BilInvestor Relations Sector: Industrials | Industry: Heavy Electrical Equipment

GE Vernova (GEV)


Market Price (10/30/2026): $863.14
Market Cap: $228.5 Bil
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Heavy Electrical Equipment

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 44%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 39%, CFO LTM is 19 Bil, FCF LTM is 17 Bil

Valuation becoming less expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is -30%

Attractive yield
FCF Yield is 7.2%

Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 8.7 Bil

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Renewable Energy Transition, Offshore Wind Development, Sustainable Infrastructure, Hydrogen Economy, Show more.

Expensive valuation multiples
P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 83x

Key risks
GEV key risks include [1] its dependency on the pace of the energy transition and electricity demand from growth drivers like AI, Show more.

0 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 44%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 39%, CFO LTM is 19 Bil, FCF LTM is 17 Bil
1 Valuation becoming less expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is -30%
2 Attractive yield
FCF Yield is 7.2%
3 Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 8.7 Bil
4 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Renewable Energy Transition, Offshore Wind Development, Sustainable Infrastructure, Hydrogen Economy, Show more.
5 Expensive valuation multiples
P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 83x
6 Key risks
GEV key risks include [1] its dependency on the pace of the energy transition and electricity demand from growth drivers like AI, Show more.

GEV in ETFs

Weight = GEV's share of each fund

SPY0.34%
VOO0.38%
IVV0.33%
VTI0.35%
ITOT0.31%
IWB0.31%
RSP0.17%
VUG0.69%
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Valuation & Metrics

Price Chart

Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 10/28/2026

GE Vernova (GEV) stock has lost about 25% since 6/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Macroeconomic Shift and "AI Trade" Concerns negatively impacted investor sentiment.

In August 2026, GE Vernova shares experienced a decline of approximately 12%, attributed to broader investor concerns surrounding the "AI trade". This reflected a market re-evaluation of how surging electricity demand from artificial intelligence data centers might influence the energy mix, potentially leading to perceptions of increased reliance on natural gas over some renewable energy projects in the short term, thus affecting companies in the electrification and renewable sectors like GE Vernova.

2. Persistent challenges and a negative outlook for the Wind segment weighed on performance.

GE Vernova's Wind segment continued to face significant headwinds, with management forecasting a full-year 2026 EBITDA loss of $400 million to $500 million. During fiscal Q3 2026, the U.S. onshore wind market remained soft due to factors such as permitting delays and tariff uncertainties, while offshore project execution presented ongoing risks into 2027. Analyst projections for fiscal Q3 2026 estimated an 11.9% year-over-year decline in total Wind revenues, with Wind Equipment revenues specifically anticipated to drop by 15%.

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Updated on 10/28/2026

GE Vernova (GEV) stock has lost about 25% since 6/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Macroeconomic Shift and "AI Trade" Concerns negatively impacted investor sentiment.

In August 2026, GE Vernova shares experienced a decline of approximately 12%, attributed to broader investor concerns surrounding the "AI trade". This reflected a market re-evaluation of how surging electricity demand from artificial intelligence data centers might influence the energy mix, potentially leading to perceptions of increased reliance on natural gas over some renewable energy projects in the short term, thus affecting companies in the electrification and renewable sectors like GE Vernova.

2. Persistent challenges and a negative outlook for the Wind segment weighed on performance.

GE Vernova's Wind segment continued to face significant headwinds, with management forecasting a full-year 2026 EBITDA loss of $400 million to $500 million. During fiscal Q3 2026, the U.S. onshore wind market remained soft due to factors such as permitting delays and tariff uncertainties, while offshore project execution presented ongoing risks into 2027. Analyst projections for fiscal Q3 2026 estimated an 11.9% year-over-year decline in total Wind revenues, with Wind Equipment revenues specifically anticipated to drop by 15%.

3. Broader renewable energy sector headwinds created an challenging operating environment.

The U.S. renewable energy sector encountered substantial challenges throughout 2026, including sweeping policy changes, compressed project timelines, and new supply chain restrictions. Additional pressures in fiscal Q3 2026 stemmed from permitting delays, elevated solar module pricing due to trade restrictions, and developers rushing to qualify for expiring tax credits, collectively impacting the market for GE Vernova's renewable energy operations.

4. Critical bottlenecks in grid infrastructure hindered growth opportunities.

Despite robust demand for electricity infrastructure driven by the expansion of AI and data centers, a significant bottleneck in grid capacity emerged as a critical issue. "Record levels" of grid connection queues were observed globally, slowing the deployment of new electricity generation and storage. This systemic issue meant that electric load was growing "faster than the grid can respond", potentially delaying GE Vernova's ability to capitalize on demand for its Electrification and Power segment offerings.

5. An analyst downgrade contributed to negative stock momentum.

In September 2026, GLJ Research downgraded GE Vernova's stock to a "Sell" rating, specifically citing "AI trade fears" as a key factor. This negative analyst action amplified investor concerns and contributed to the stock's downward trend during the specified period.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -24.4% change in GEV stock from 6/30/2026 to 10/29/2026 was primarily driven by a -32.4% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)630202610292026Change
Stock Price ($)1174.17887.85-24.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)39,37444,04011.9%
Net Income Margin (%)23.8%23.5%-1.1%
P/E Multiple33.722.8-32.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2692661.1%
Cumulative Contribution-24.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/30/2026 to 10/29/2026
ReturnCorrelation
GEV-24.4% 
Market (SPY)3.0%43.4%
Sector (XLI)-8.2%62.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The 1.8% change in GEV stock from 3/31/2026 to 10/29/2026 was primarily driven by a 83.5% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)331202610292026Change
Stock Price ($)871.94887.851.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)38,06844,04015.7%
Net Income Margin (%)12.8%23.5%83.5%
P/E Multiple48.022.8-52.6%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2692661.1%
Cumulative Contribution1.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

3/31/2026 to 10/29/2026
ReturnCorrelation
GEV1.8% 
Market (SPY)18.6%48.2%
Sector (XLI)5.5%59.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 44.8% change in GEV stock from 9/30/2025 to 10/29/2026 was primarily driven by a 645.7% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)930202510292026Change
Stock Price ($)613.15887.8544.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)36,61444,04020.3%
Net Income Margin (%)3.2%23.5%645.7%
P/E Multiple144.322.8-84.2%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2722662.3%
Cumulative Contribution44.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/30/2025 to 10/29/2026
ReturnCorrelation
GEV44.8% 
Market (SPY)16.4%49.7%
Sector (XLI)11.3%59.6%

Fundamental Drivers

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Market Drivers

9/30/2023 to 10/29/2026
ReturnCorrelation
GEV  
Market (SPY)86.2%54.8%
Sector (XLI)74.5%58.5%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
GEV Return---135%99%35%530%
Peers Return29%4%17%29%10%22%175%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%13%106%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
GEV Win Rate---78%67%50% 
Peers Win Rate70%48%55%57%48%56% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
GEV Max Drawdown-----38%-31% 
Peers Max Drawdown-16%-25%-24%-16%-26%-23% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: ETN, HON, NEE, EMR, PWR.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 10/29/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventGEVS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-28.0%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven38.9%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven52 days79 days
2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind
  % Loss-11.0%-7.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven12.3%8.5%
  Time to Breakeven20 days18 days

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In The Past

GE Vernova's stock fell -28.0% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 38.9% gain to breakeven.

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EventGEVS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-28.0%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven38.9%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven52 days79 days

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In The Past

GE Vernova's stock fell -28.0% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 38.9% gain to breakeven.

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About GE Vernova (GEV)

GE Vernova (GEV) is a recently established energy business focused on generating electricity and providing essential solutions for the global energy transition. The company helps power industries and communities worldwide by both producing electricity through diverse methods and developing technologies to modernize and decarbonize electrical grids.

GE Vernova operates through three key segments. Its Power segment generates and sells electricity using established sources such as hydro, gas, nuclear, and steam power, primarily serving utility companies and large industrial customers. The Wind segment is dedicated to the manufacturing and sale of wind turbine blades, catering to wind farm developers and utility companies aiming to expand their renewable energy capacity.

The Electrification segment provides critical infrastructure solutions including grid solutions, power conversion technologies, solar integration, and energy storage systems. This segment's offerings support utilities, industrial clients, and renewable energy project developers in enhancing grid stability, integrating various energy sources efficiently, and optimizing energy use and storage. In essence, GE Vernova delivers a broad spectrum of products and services, from power generation and renewable energy components to advanced grid technologies, to customers across the global energy sector.

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  • Electricity Generation: Generates and sells electricity through hydro, gas, nuclear, and steam power.
  • Wind Turbine Blades: Manufactures and sells blades for wind turbines.
  • Grid Solutions: Provides solutions for electrical grids.
  • Power Conversion Solutions: Offers solutions for power conversion.
  • Solar Solutions: Provides solutions related to solar energy.
  • Storage Solutions: Offers solutions for energy storage.

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GE Vernova (GEV) - Major Customers

GE Vernova (GEV) sells primarily to other companies, not individuals. While specific customer names are not disclosed in the provided company description, its major customers are typically large organizations within the energy sector. These include:

  • Electric Utilities and Independent Power Producers (IPPs): These entities are responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity. They are major purchasers of power generation equipment (for hydro, gas, nuclear, steam, and wind power plants), grid solutions, and large-scale energy storage technologies.
  • Renewable Energy Project Developers and Operators: Companies specializing in the development, construction, and operation of wind farms, solar power plants, and battery energy storage systems. They acquire wind turbines, solar components, and complete storage solutions from GE Vernova.
  • Large Industrial and Commercial Customers: Businesses with significant energy needs that purchase power conversion, distributed solar, or energy storage solutions for their own operational efficiency, sustainability goals, or resilience requirements.

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Scott Strazik Chief Executive Officer and President

Scott Strazik is the chief executive officer and president of GE Vernova, a company focused on electrifying and decarbonizing the world. He has more than 20 years of leadership, finance, and operations experience within GE, including over eight years in the company's power businesses. Strazik previously served for two years as CFO of GE Aviation's Commercial Engine Operations organization and three years as CFO of Gas Power Systems. He was named CEO of GE's Gas Power business in 2018 and expanded his role to leading the GE Power businesses in 2021. Under his leadership, GE Vernova became an independent entity in April 2024. He led the team that executed the turnaround of Gas Power and oversaw the launch and global scaling of the HA gas turbine platform.

Kenneth Parks Chief Financial Officer

Kenneth Parks is the chief financial officer of GE Vernova, a role he assumed in October 2023. He brings 38 years of comprehensive financial leadership and extensive public company CFO experience to GE Vernova. Most recently, Parks served as CFO for Owens Corning (NYSE: OC). Prior to that, he was a public company CFO at Mylan and Wesco International (NYSE: WCC). He also held the position of divisional CFO for United Technologies Corp (UTC) Fire & Security and served as Director of Investor Relations for UTC. Parks began his finance career with Coopers & Lybrand and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Jessica Uhl President

Jessica Uhl assumed the role of President at GE Vernova in January 2024, reporting directly to CEO Scott Strazik. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing Research and Development (R+D) and Business Development. Uhl served on the GE Board since 2023 and previously held the position of CFO and board member at Shell plc. She is also the Co-Chair of the Mission Possible Partnership and serves on the Board of Directors of Goldman Sachs.

Vic Abate Chief Executive Officer, Wind

Vic Abate is the chief executive officer of GE Vernova's Wind segment. He previously served as CEO of Gas Power Systems from 2013-2015, where his team launched the HA gas turbine product line, and as CEO of the Renewable Energy businesses from 2005-2013. Abate also serves as GE's Chief Technology Officer.

Eric Gray Chief Executive Officer, Power

Eric Gray is the chief executive officer of GE Vernova's Power segment. The Power segment offers a broad range of power generation solutions, including gas turbines, steam turbines, advanced and small modular reactors, and hydroelectric solutions.

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The public company GE Vernova (symbol: GEV) faces several key risks to its business, primarily stemming from challenges within its Wind segment, broader macroeconomic volatility, and intense competitive pressures across its markets.

The most significant risk to GE Vernova is the **ongoing challenges and financial struggles within its Wind segment, particularly offshore wind**. The company has experienced substantial financial losses in this area, including a reported $300 million loss in the third quarter of 2024 and a $117 million loss in the second quarter of 2024 for its offshore wind business. This strain is attributed to widespread issues such as turbine blade damages and failures at major project sites like Vineyard Wind in the U.S. and the Dogger Bank project in the U.K., some linked to manufacturing flaws. Additionally, the offshore wind industry is grappling with escalating construction costs, supply chain disruptions, and unfavorable economics, leading GE Vernova to implement a restructuring plan to transform its offshore wind division into a "smaller, leaner, and more profitable" segment. The company has ceased pursuing new sales of its large offshore turbines and has not booked a single new sale for them in approximately three years due to the industry's grim prospects.

A second key risk is **exposure to macroeconomic and market volatility**. GE Vernova's operations are affected by broad economic factors, including rising costs, inflation, supply chain disruptions, and high interest rates. These factors have increased the costs of building and financing projects, impacting profitability across its segments. Volatile commodity prices and the overall economic climate can also influence investment in energy infrastructure, which is crucial for GE Vernova's demand.

Finally, **intense competition and potential pricing pressure** pose a significant risk to GE Vernova's business. The company operates in highly competitive markets within its Power, Wind, and Electrification segments. In the wind energy sector, competition is particularly fierce, with Asian competitors often offering lower prices and higher production capacity, impacting GE Vernova's market share and profitability. There is also a risk of oversupply and subsequent pricing pressure in the gas turbine market if the company and its competitors expand production capabilities faster than demand grows. The Electrification segment faces competition from major industrial conglomerates like Schneider Electric, Siemens AG, ABB, and Hitachi Energy.

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The aggressive emergence and rapid global expansion of state-backed Chinese wind turbine manufacturers pose a significant threat. These manufacturers, often benefiting from subsidies and large domestic markets, are able to offer highly competitive pricing, severely pressuring the profitability and market share of established Western players like GE Vernova in the global wind energy market.

The accelerating decline in the cost of renewable energy sources (solar, wind) coupled with increasingly economical battery storage solutions threatens GE Vernova's traditional Power segment, which relies on gas, steam, and nuclear generation. As these renewable solutions become more cost-effective and widely adopted, they are actively displacing demand for new large-scale conventional power plants and accelerating the retirement of existing ones, potentially leading to reduced demand for GE Vernova's legacy power generation equipment and services.

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GE Vernova (symbol: GEV) operates in significant global addressable markets across its three segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification. The company's overall total addressable market is estimated to be approximately $2 trillion globally.

Power Segment (Hydro, Gas, Nuclear, Steam Power)

  • The global power generation market was valued at around USD 2.38 trillion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 4.93 trillion by 2033. Another estimate places the market at USD 2,300.00 billion in 2025, expected to reach USD 4,102.00 billion by 2033.

Wind Segment (Wind Turbine Blades)

  • The global wind turbine market was valued at USD 170.9 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3% to reach USD 325.6 billion by 2034. Other reports indicate the global wind turbine market was valued at USD 66.9 billion in 2023, projected to reach USD 164.3 billion by 2033.

Electrification Segment (Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Solar, Storage Solutions)

  • Grid Solutions: The global grid modernization market was valued at USD 42,640.50 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 158,269.32 million by 2032. The digital grid solutions market is projected to grow from USD 36.73 billion in 2025 to USD 76.63 billion by 2030.
  • Power Conversion: The global power converter market is projected to reach USD 22.3 billion by 2032. Another source indicates the global power converter market is expected to reach USD 35 billion by 2030.
  • Solar: The global solar energy market was valued at USD 0.4 trillion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1.6 trillion by 2034.
  • Storage Solutions: The global energy storage market is valued at approximately USD 660 billion, based on a five-year historical analysis. The global battery energy storage market size was valued at USD 32.62 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 161.12 billion by 2034.

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GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is poised for future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years, driven by several key factors:

  1. Growing Demand for Electrification and Decarbonization: The company is purpose-built to address the vital energy transition market, aiming to electrify and decarbonize the world. This overarching trend is expected to provide multi-decade growth opportunities, driving higher-margin orders and recurring service revenue.
  2. Increased Demand for Grid Solutions and Upgrades: GE Vernova's Electrification segment, which provides critical infrastructure for transmitting, distributing, and managing electricity, is experiencing robust demand. The company's electrification backlog has significantly expanded due to strong demand in key regions, indicating a positive outlook for revenue generation in the coming years.
  3. Surging AI-Related Power Demand and Data Center Growth: The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and data centers is creating substantial electricity demand, which in turn drives growth opportunities for GE Vernova's gas turbines, grid solutions, and related power infrastructure. The company secured over $2 billion in data center-related Electrification orders last year, more than tripling the prior year's figures.
  4. Strong Backlog and Recurring Service Revenue in the Power Segment: The Power segment, which includes gas, steam, nuclear, and hydroelectric turbines, benefits from a substantial backlog of approximately $150 billion, effectively selling out its capacity for several years. Analysts anticipate mid-to-high-teens organic revenue growth in this segment. Additionally, recurring service revenue from this installed base contributes to sustained growth and earnings stability.
  5. Acquisition of Prolec GE: The acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in Prolec GE, which adds approximately $3 billion in annual grid transformer sales, is expected to be immediately accretive to EBITDA and will further establish the Electrification segment as a primary growth driver. This acquisition has also led to an upward revision in GE Vernova's 2026 financial guidance.

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Share Repurchases

  • GE Vernova approved an initial $6 billion share repurchase authorization in December 2024.
  • The company increased its share repurchase authorization to $10 billion in December 2025.
  • As of December 3, 2025, GE Vernova had spent $3.3 billion of the authorized amount on share repurchases.

Share Issuance

  • Upon its spin-off from General Electric on April 2, 2024, GE Vernova distributed one share of GE Vernova common stock for every four shares of GE common stock held by shareholders as of March 19, 2024.

Outbound Investments

  • GE Vernova is in the process of acquiring the remaining 50% stake in Prolec GE, with the closing expected by mid-2026.
  • The acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in Prolec GE was partially financed by a $2.6 billion senior notes offering completed in February 2026.

Capital Expenditures

  • GE Vernova announced plans for approximately $9 billion in cumulative global capital expenditures and research and development (R&D) investments through 2028, later updated to at least $10 billion from 2025 to 2028.
  • The company plans to invest nearly $600 million in its U.S. factories and facilities over two years, focusing on gas power, grid, nuclear, and onshore wind manufacturing (announced January 2025).
  • Reported capital expenditures for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, amounted to $1.3 billion.

Peer Outperformance in Heavy Electrical Equipment

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Median price return by industry across the Industrials sector, ranked by 5Y. Heavy Electrical Equipment is GEV's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Marine Transportation 5 62.2%61.7%164.2% MATX 190% · KEX 179%
Construction & Engineering 29 -9.1%124.5%157.5% STRL 1454% · FIX 1380% · AGX 842%
Construction Machinery & Heavy Transportation Equipment 13 6.7%60.8%105.7% ALSN 255% · CAT 244% · WAB 224%
Aerospace & Defense 52 -9.5%68.1%70.7% ATI 987% · FTAI 953% · HWM 604%
Trading Companies & Distributors 19 18.7%47.0%61.3% DXPE 435% · URI 228% · AIT 224%
Diversified Support Services 34 19.8%45.3%38.9% CXW 261% · OPLN 164% · CACI 134%
Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components 72 3.4%55.2%37.8% CRS 919% · MLI 353% · SYM 274%
Electrical Components & Equipment 37 -8.1%92.5%36.3% POWL 2017% · VRT 862% · BE 611%
Rail Transportation 7 36.3%58.3%29.7% CSX 55% · UNP 40% · NSC 30%
Building Products 32 -4.3%20.3%23.7% GFF 371% · TT 154% · JCI 138%
Cargo Ground Transportation 16 31.9%6.8%9.3% R 273% · XPO 250% · ARCB 44%
Industrial Conglomerates 17 13.6%8.5%2.0% CSW 114% · DD 85% · CSL 76%
Security & Alarm Services 9 -51.0%25.8%-14.8% BCO 57%
Data Processing & Outsourced Services 6 -20.9%0.4%-17.2% EXLS 68% · BR 9% · G -15%
Agricultural & Farm Machinery 16 5.1%-5.6%-19.6% DE 106% · TTC 22% · AGCO 3%
Environmental & Facilities Services 29 -28.8%31.1%-22.4% GEO 249% · CLH 175% · RSG 87%
Office Services & Supplies 9 21.5%17.4%-22.5% PBI 189% · TILE 161% · HNI 52%
Research & Consulting Services 13 7.4%-14.4%-27.2% HURN 285% · FCN 26% · BAH 7%
Passenger Airlines 11 0.7%45.8%-31.5% LTM 2966% · UAL 128% · SKYW 124%
Passenger Ground Transportation 3 -22.2%53.8%-34.3% UBER 50% · CAR -34% · LYFT -64%
Air Freight & Logistics 12 -24.3%-8.2%-39.8% FDX 80% · EXPD 71% · CHRW 48%
Human Resource & Employment Services 22 17.5%-7.3%-42.9% ADP 42% · FA 25% · PAYX 3%
Airport Services 4 -53.6%-57.2%-85.9% JOBY -41%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are limited to companies above $2B market cap.

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Financials

GEVETNHONNEEEMRPWRMedian
NameGE Verno.Eaton Honeywel.NextEra .Emerson .Quanta S. 
Mkt Price863.14385.00224.4082.59172.15626.94304.70
Mkt Cap229.6149.671.2172.596.294.2122.9
Rev LTM44,04030,02546,59528,82518,63632,90531,465
Op Inc LTM2,8305,3179,2008,3503,8552,0144,586
FCF LTM17,1153,9347984,0893,4602,3913,697
FCF 3Y Avg7,4563,4094,4424,1842,4621,7653,797
CFO LTM19,2164,9501,94714,8213,9123,1784,431
CFO 3Y Avg8,7464,2915,40113,6482,8962,4034,846

Growth & Margins

GEVETNHONNEEEMRPWRMedian
NameGE Verno.Eaton Honeywel.NextEra .Emerson .Quanta S. 
Rev Chg LTM16.9%15.5%58.0%9.6%4.8%26.3%16.2%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-10.9%12.7%1.9%7.7%21.5%10.9%
Rev Chg Q26.8%21.4%1.3%1.6%7.0%41.1%14.2%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM6.5%5.3%0.1%0.4%1.7%9.2%3.5%
Op Inc Chg LTM104.9%8.7%90.1%12.8%15.5%38.3%26.9%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-16.2%17.8%-2.9%13.2%29.8%16.2%
Op Mgn LTM6.4%17.7%19.7%29.0%20.7%6.1%18.7%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg3.4%18.2%18.3%29.8%18.4%5.6%18.2%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM2.1%-0.5%0.7%0.6%0.7%0.5%0.6%
CFO/Rev LTM43.6%16.5%4.2%51.4%21.0%9.7%18.7%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg21.1%16.0%16.5%50.3%16.1%8.9%16.3%
FCF/Rev LTM38.9%13.1%1.7%14.2%18.6%7.3%13.6%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg17.8%12.7%13.8%15.5%13.7%6.5%13.7%

Valuation

GEVETNHONNEEEMRPWRMedian
NameGE Verno.Eaton Honeywel.NextEra .Emerson .Quanta S. 
Mkt Cap229.6149.671.2172.596.294.2122.9
P/S5.25.01.56.05.22.95.1
P/Op Inc81.128.17.720.725.046.726.5
P/EBIT81.128.45.017.225.745.927.1
P/E22.139.110.114.837.371.029.7
P/CFO11.930.236.611.624.629.627.1
Total Yield4.6%3.6%13.7%9.7%4.0%1.5%4.3%
Dividend Yield0.2%1.1%3.7%3.0%1.3%0.1%1.2%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg4.1%2.3%3.5%2.6%3.2%2.9%3.1%
D/E0.00.10.20.70.10.10.1
Net D/E-0.10.10.10.60.10.10.1

Returns

GEVETNHONNEEEMRPWRMedian
NameGE Verno.Eaton Honeywel.NextEra .Emerson .Quanta S. 
1M Rtn-10.3%-11.1%6.8%8.8%9.5%-3.8%1.5%
3M Rtn-12.1%-0.2%-7.0%-5.4%16.2%-4.7%-5.0%
6M Rtn-20.2%-10.6%4.6%-14.4%23.5%-13.8%-12.2%
12M Rtn49.7%0.4%12.9%3.9%28.2%39.8%20.5%
3Y Rtn519.5%102.1%39.5%57.8%105.2%281.8%103.6%
1M Excs Rtn-10.3%-11.6%5.2%7.8%9.8%-3.6%0.8%
3M Excs Rtn-16.1%-10.4%-10.8%-7.7%11.9%-9.4%-9.9%
6M Excs Rtn-27.5%-17.9%-2.9%-21.8%16.0%-21.2%-19.5%
12M Excs Rtn39.5%-8.6%-0.4%-10.8%17.5%30.5%8.5%
3Y Excs Rtn439.5%19.7%-44.9%-19.0%17.0%194.9%18.4%

Comparison Analyses

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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil2025202420232022
Power19,76718,12717,43616,124
Electrification9,6427,5506,3785,076
Wind9,1109,7019,8268,905
Other revenues and elimination of intersegment revenues-451-442-401-451
Total38,06834,93633,23929,654


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024
Power26,66324,161
Other15,7099,952
Wind11,4449,970
Electrification9,2017,402
Total63,01751,485


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$887.85 
Market Cap ($ Bil)236.2 
First Trading Date04/02/2024 
Distance from 52W High-24.4% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$936.65$942.68
DMA Trenddownup
Distance from DMA-5.2%-5.8%
 3M1YR
Volatility46.8%53.6%
Downside Capture263.59192.23
Upside Capture149.33218.57
Correlation (S&P 500)45.9%49.9%
GEV Betas & Captures as of 9/30/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta1.151.191.621.931.970.33
Up Beta-1.200.402.502.381.980.11
Down Beta1.572.510.140.991.670.43
Up Capture168%111%112%215%405%1378%
Bmk +ve Days6162766132424
Stock +ve Days14243366130339
Down Capture78%169%226%199%149%109%
Bmk -ve Days16263760120328
Stock -ve Days7173059119284

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with GEV
GEV56.2%53.6%1.01-
Sector ETF (XLI)11.0%17.2%0.4359.9%
Equity (SPY)13.0%12.7%0.6749.7%
Gold (GLD)1.2%28.4%0.0320.8%
Commodities (DBC)49.5%20.6%1.83-8.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)7.2%14.0%0.25-2.2%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-29.5%43.4%-0.6922.6%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with GEV
GEV44.9%53.3%1.54-
Sector ETF (XLI)11.9%17.6%0.5158.5%
Equity (SPY)12.6%17.1%0.5554.8%
Gold (GLD)17.2%18.9%0.7314.2%
Commodities (DBC)9.4%19.5%0.367.5%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.0%18.9%-0.0612.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)5.1%51.6%0.2823.9%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with GEV
GEV20.4%53.3%1.54-
Sector ETF (XLI)13.4%20.1%0.5858.5%
Equity (SPY)15.4%17.9%0.7354.8%
Gold (GLD)11.8%16.4%0.5814.2%
Commodities (DBC)8.1%18.1%0.367.5%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.2%20.7%0.2112.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)62.3%66.2%1.0223.9%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date10152026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity7.4 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 93020260.1%
Average Daily Volume2.3 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.3 days
Basic Shares Quantity266.0 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares2.8%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 10/30/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/28/2026-1.9%  
7/22/2026-8.7%-12.6%-8.5%
4/22/202613.7%9.8%3.4%
1/28/20262.7%12.6%26.5%
10/22/2025-1.6%-2.5%1.7%
4/23/20253.1%13.8%38.9%
1/22/20252.7%-14.6%-13.5%
10/23/20241.3%8.1%24.0%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive657
# Negative442
Median Positive2.7%9.8%10.6%
Median Negative-3.2%-8.6%-11.0%
Max Positive13.7%13.8%38.9%
Max Negative-8.7%-14.6%-13.5%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/28/2026-1.9%  
7/22/2026-8.7%-12.6%-8.5%
4/22/202613.7%9.8%3.4%
1/28/20262.7%12.6%26.5%
10/22/2025-1.6%-2.5%1.7%
4/23/20253.1%13.8%38.9%
1/22/20252.7%-14.6%-13.5%
10/23/20241.3%8.1%24.0%
7/24/2024-4.5%-4.6%8.1%
4/25/20241.5%3.8%10.6%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive657
# Negative442
Median Positive2.7%9.8%10.6%
Median Negative-3.2%-8.6%-11.0%
Max Positive13.7%13.8%38.9%
Max Negative-8.7%-14.6%-13.5%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202610/28/202610-Q
06/30/202607/22/202610-Q
03/31/202604/22/202610-Q
12/31/202501/29/202610-K
09/30/202510/22/202510-Q
06/30/202507/23/202510-Q
03/31/202504/23/202510-Q
12/31/202402/06/202510-K
09/30/202410/23/202410-Q
06/30/202407/24/202410-Q
03/31/202404/30/202410-Q
12/31/202303/13/2024S-1
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202610/28/202610-Q
06/30/202607/22/202610-Q
03/31/202604/22/202610-Q
12/31/202501/29/202610-K
09/30/202510/22/202510-Q
06/30/202507/23/202510-Q
03/31/202504/23/202510-Q
12/31/202402/06/202510-K
09/30/202410/23/202410-Q
06/30/202407/24/202410-Q
03/31/202404/30/202410-Q
12/31/202303/13/2024S-1

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 10/29/2026

Latest: Q3 2026 Earnings Reported 10/28/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
Q4 2026 BacklogReported200.00 Bil200.00 Bil    
2026 Gas Equipment Under ContractReported130130    
2026 RevenueReported46.50 Bil47.00 Bil47.50 Bil2.2% RaisedGuidance: 46.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Power Organic Revenue GrowthReported19.0%20.0%21.0% 1.0%RaisedGuidance: 19.0% for 2026
2026 Electrification RevenueReported14.50 Bil14.75 Bil15.00 Bil0 AffirmedGuidance: 14.75 Bil for 2026
2026 Wind Organic Revenue GrowthReported -5.0%    
2026 Adjusted EBITDA MarginReported13.5%14.0%14.5% 1.0%RaisedGuidance: 13.0% for 2026
2026 Power Segment EBITDA MarginReported19.0%20.0%21.0% 2.0%RaisedGuidance: 18.0% for 2026
2026 Electrification Segment EBITDA MarginReported18.0%19.0%20.0% 0AffirmedGuidance: 19.0% for 2026
2026 Wind Segment EBITDA LossReported-500.00 Mil-450.00 Mil-400.00 Mil12.5% LoweredGuidance: -400.00 Mil for 2026
2026 Free Cash FlowReported16.00 Bil16.50 Bil17.00 Bil37.5% RaisedGuidance: 12.00 Bil for 2026


Prior: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 7/22/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 RevenueReported45.50 Bil46.00 Bil46.50 Bil2.2% RaisedGuidance: 45.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Power Organic Revenue GrowthReported18.0%19.0%20.0% 2.0%RaisedGuidance: 17.0% for 2026
2026 Electrification RevenueReported14.50 Bil14.75 Bil15.00 Bil3.5% RaisedGuidance: 14.25 Bil for 2026
2026 Adjusted EBITDA MarginReported12.0%13.0%14.0% 0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 13.0% for 2026
2026 Power Segment EBITDA MarginReported17.0%18.0%19.0% 0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 18.0% for 2026
2026 Electrification Segment EBITDA MarginReported18.0%19.0%20.0% 0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 19.0% for 2026
2026 Wind Segment EBITDA LossesReported-400.00 Mil-400.00 Mil-400.00 Mil0.0% AffirmedGuidance: -400.00 Mil for 2026
2026 Free Cash FlowReported11.50 Bil12.00 Bil12.50 Bil71.4% RaisedGuidance: 7.00 Bil for 2026

Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 4/22/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Gas Power Backlog and Slot Reservation AgreementsReported 110.00 Bil    
2026 RevenueReported44.50 Bil45.00 Bil45.50 Bil1.1% RaisedGuidance: 44.50 Bil for 2026
2026 Power Organic Revenue GrowthReported16.0%17.0%18.0%   
2026 Electrification RevenueReported14.00 Bil14.25 Bil14.50 Bil   
2026 Adjusted EBITDA MarginReported12.0%13.0%14.0% 1.0%RaisedGuidance: 12.0% for 2026
2026 Power Segment EBITDA MarginReported17.0%18.0%19.0%   
2026 Electrification Segment EBITDA MarginReported18.0%19.0%20.0%   
2026 Wind Segment EBITDA LossesReported -400.00 Mil    
2026 Free Cash FlowReported6.50 Bil7.00 Bil7.50 Bil33.3% RaisedGuidance: 5.25 Bil for 2026

Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 1/28/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 RevenueReported44.00 Bil44.50 Bil45.00 Bil21.9% Higher NewGuidance: 36.50 Bil for 2025
2026 Adjusted EBITDA MarginReported11.0%12.0%13.0% 3.5%Higher NewGuidance: 8.5% for 2025
2026 Free Cash FlowReported5.00 Bil5.25 Bil5.50 Bil61.5% Higher NewGuidance: 3.25 Bil for 2025
2028 RevenueReported 56.00 Bil   Higher New
2028 Adjusted EBITDA MarginReported 20.0%   Higher New
2028 Cumulative Free Cash FlowReported 24.00 Bil   Higher New

Insider Activity

Updated 6/3/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Abate, VictorChief Executive Officer, WindDirectSell6032026948.084,8194,568,7981,739,727Form
2Potvin, Matthew JosephChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell51820261059.092,3332,470,8573,758,710Form
3Baert, StevenChief People OfficerDirectSell3032026850.005,3004,505,00010,749,100Form
4Parks, Kenneth ScottChief Financial OfficerDirectSell8272025620.003,3002,046,0004,705,800Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Abate, VictorChief Executive Officer, WindDirectSell6032026948.084,8194,568,7981,739,727Form
2Potvin, Matthew JosephChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell51820261059.092,3332,470,8573,758,710Form
3Baert, StevenChief People OfficerDirectSell3032026850.005,3004,505,00010,749,100Form
4Parks, Kenneth ScottChief Financial OfficerDirectSell8272025620.003,3002,046,0004,705,800Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Oct 30, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Sirios Capital Management L P$107.3 Mil13.0%81TRIM -23.5%13F
Thames Capital Management LLC$44.0 Mil7.9%43TRIM -7.4%13F
Codex Capital Asset Management L.L.C.$18.5 Mil7.2%31Hold13F
Night Owl Capital Management, LLC$56.3 Mil6.6%30TRIM -28.7%13F
Valiant Capital Management, L.P.$82.5 Mil6.5%28TRIM -7.0%13F
Mark Asset Management LP$48.8 Mil6.5%31TRIM -5.3%13F
One Madison Group LLC$52.4 Mil6.0%28TRIM -9.1%13F
11 Capital Partners LP$17.3 Mil5.6%19TRIM -11.3%13F
Amanah Holdings Trust$45.5 Mil5.0%20Hold13F
Pennant Investors, LP$17.9 Mil5.0%17TRIM -9.3%13F
DSM Capital Partners LLC$205.7 Mil3.6%44TRIM -16.8%13F
M37 Management LP$8.7 Mil3.5%12Hold13F
First Washington CORP$9.0 Mil2.6%50TRIM -24.1%13F
KADENSA CAPITAL Ltd$16.1 Mil2.2%39TRIM -48.3%13F
Bender Robert & Associates$9.2 Mil2.2%45ADD +45.2%13F
Mar Vista Investment Partners LLC$20.2 Mil2.0%35ADD +353.8%13F
Slate Path Capital LP$101.7 Mil1.5%44Hold13F
Kinetic Partners Management, LP$26.5 Mil1.5%49ADD +239.2%13F
Varenne Capital Partners$5.5 Mil1.4%27TRIM -19.6%13F
Parker Investment Management, LLC$8.2 Mil1.3%37New13F
Archon Partners LLC$9.6 Mil1.1%39Hold13F
Allen Operations LLC$7.3 Mil1.1%36Hold13F
Electron Capital Partners, LLC$12.5 Mil0.6%44TRIM -9.7%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Parker Investment Management, LLC$8.2 Mil1.3%37New13F
Mar Vista Investment Partners LLC$20.2 Mil2.0%35ADD +353.8%13F
Kinetic Partners Management, LP$26.5 Mil1.5%49ADD +239.2%13F
Bender Robert & Associates$9.2 Mil2.2%45ADD +45.2%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQAs OfFiling
Value Aligned Research Advisors, LLC$177.3 Mil3.6%47ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Anomaly Capital Management, LP$41.0 Mil1.5%32ExitedDec 31, 202513F
WT Asset Management Ltd$39.0 Mil1.6%42ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Goodlander Investment Management, LLC$29.4 Mil11.2%11ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Owl Creek Asset Management, L.P.$18.4 Mil2.2%30ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Incline Global Management LLC$10.8 Mil3.7%30ExitedDec 31, 202513F
VMS Asset Management Limited$5.6 Mil2.2%42ExitedDec 31, 202513F
KADENSA CAPITAL Ltd$16.1 Mil2.2%39TRIM -48.3%Mar 31, 202613F
Night Owl Capital Management, LLC$56.3 Mil6.6%30TRIM -28.7%Mar 31, 202613F
First Washington CORP$9.0 Mil2.6%50TRIM -24.1%Mar 31, 202613F
Sirios Capital Management L P$107.3 Mil13.0%81TRIM -23.5%Mar 31, 202613F
Varenne Capital Partners$5.5 Mil1.4%27TRIM -19.6%Mar 31, 202613F
DSM Capital Partners LLC$205.7 Mil3.6%44TRIM -16.8%Mar 31, 202613F
11 Capital Partners LP$17.3 Mil5.6%19TRIM -11.3%Mar 31, 202613F
Electron Capital Partners, LLC$12.5 Mil0.6%44TRIM -9.7%Mar 31, 202613F
Pennant Investors, LP$17.9 Mil5.0%17TRIM -9.3%Mar 31, 202613F
One Madison Group LLC$52.4 Mil6.0%28TRIM -9.1%Mar 31, 202613F
Thames Capital Management LLC$44.0 Mil7.9%43TRIM -7.4%Mar 31, 202613F
Valiant Capital Management, L.P.$82.5 Mil6.5%28TRIM -7.0%Mar 31, 202613F
Mark Asset Management LP$48.8 Mil6.5%31TRIM -5.3%Mar 31, 202613F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
DSM Capital Partners LLC$205.7 Mil3.6%44TRIM -16.8%13F
Sirios Capital Management L P$107.3 Mil13.0%81TRIM -23.5%13F
Slate Path Capital LP$101.7 Mil1.5%44Hold13F
Valiant Capital Management, L.P.$82.5 Mil6.5%28TRIM -7.0%13F
Night Owl Capital Management, LLC$56.3 Mil6.6%30TRIM -28.7%13F
One Madison Group LLC$52.4 Mil6.0%28TRIM -9.1%13F
Mark Asset Management LP$48.8 Mil6.5%31TRIM -5.3%13F
Amanah Holdings Trust$45.5 Mil5.0%20Hold13F
Thames Capital Management LLC$44.0 Mil7.9%43TRIM -7.4%13F
Kinetic Partners Management, LP$26.5 Mil1.5%49ADD +239.2%13F
Mar Vista Investment Partners LLC$20.2 Mil2.0%35ADD +353.8%13F
Codex Capital Asset Management L.L.C.$18.5 Mil7.2%31Hold13F
Pennant Investors, LP$17.9 Mil5.0%17TRIM -9.3%13F
11 Capital Partners LP$17.3 Mil5.6%19TRIM -11.3%13F
KADENSA CAPITAL Ltd$16.1 Mil2.2%39TRIM -48.3%13F
Electron Capital Partners, LLC$12.5 Mil0.6%44TRIM -9.7%13F
Archon Partners LLC$9.6 Mil1.1%39Hold13F
Bender Robert & Associates$9.2 Mil2.2%45ADD +45.2%13F
First Washington CORP$9.0 Mil2.6%50TRIM -24.1%13F
M37 Management LP$8.7 Mil3.5%12Hold13F
Parker Investment Management, LLC$8.2 Mil1.3%37New13F
Allen Operations LLC$7.3 Mil1.1%36Hold13F
Varenne Capital Partners$5.5 Mil1.4%27TRIM -19.6%13F

GEV Trade Sentinel


Stock Conviction

High Conviction

CONVICTION RATIONALE

Conviction is high as GE Vernova is in the early stages of a multi-year electricity super cycle, evidenced by accelerating orders and a $197 billion backlog. The company is demonstrating significant pricing power, with 2026 gas orders priced 50% above 2025. This combination of volume and price is driving repeated guidance increases for revenue, margin, and cash flow.

STOCK ARCHETYPE
Long-cycle project manufacturing with a large, recurring services component.

(Backlog Conversion Rate * Backlog Value) + (New Service Contract Value) + (Transactional Service Revenue) Margin expansion on new, higher-priced equipment orders as they are delivered, and the continued growth of the high-margin, installed-base services business.

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INVESTMENT THESIS
Can accelerating, high-priced orders be converted into a new baseline of profitability and cash flow?

Evidence points to a powerful inflection, with a massive backlog being converted into rapidly expanding margins and cash generation.

Mechanism: Converting the $197 billion backlog, booked at higher prices, into revenue drives margin expansion, while strong free cash flow funds a $20 billion buyback.
Supporting Evidence:
  • Total backlog reached $197 billion in Q3 2026.
  • Book-to-bill ratio was more than 2x in Q3 2026.
  • Full year 2026 gas orders pricing is ~50% higher than 2025.
  • Power segment EBITDA margin expanded to 21.4% in Q3.
PRIMARY RISK
Execution Risk on Record Backlog

The primary risk is that in a supply-constrained environment, the company fails to execute on its large, complex projects, leading to cost overruns, delays, and margin destruction, particularly in the Wind segment.

Mechanism: A material reduction in full-year guidance for revenue or adjusted EBITDA margin would confirm execution stumbles.
Supporting Evidence:
  • The company operates in a 'supply-constrained environment'.
  • Fixed-price contracts carry risk if costs exceed expectations.
  • Wind segment is expected to post an EBITDA loss of $400-$500 million in 2026.
  • The U.S. market for new onshore wind equipment remains 'soft'.
  • Offshore wind project execution in the North Sea continues for another year.
Key KPI Watchlist
KPI Status Rationale
Total Backlog$197 billion as of Q3 2026 - AcceleratingThe sequential dollar additions to backlog are accelerating, with the increase in Q3 surpassing the $13 billion increase from Q2. This indicates strengthening future revenue visibility and a high-quality order book, as management notes the margin profile of the backlog continues to improve.
Total Orders Growth96% year-over-year growth in Q3 2026 - AcceleratingThe consistent acceleration in year-over-year order growth demonstrates powerful demand momentum across the business, particularly in the Power segment where Gas Power equipment orders increased by approximately 4x year-over-year.
Gas Power Gigawatts Under Contract122 GW (Q3 2026)This KPI tracks the pipeline of future gas turbine equipment sales and the corresponding expansion of the installed base for the high-margin services business. The company expects this to reach at least 130 GW by the end of 2026.
Remaining Performance Obligation (RPO)$ 196,721 million (As of September 30, 2026)RPO is the total value of contracted revenue that has not yet been recognized, serving as a formal accounting measure of future revenue visibility. It is comprised of $104,054 million for equipment, as well as revenue from services.
Book-to-Bill Ratio>2x (Q3 2026)A ratio greater than 1x indicates that new orders are being booked faster than revenue is being recognized, signaling accelerating demand and future revenue growth.
Core Investment Debate

Super Cycle Strength vs. Wind Segment Drag

BULL VIEW

Bulls believe the immense demand and pricing power in Power and Electrification, driven by data centers, will generate enough profit and cash flow to make the Wind segment's turnaround challenges immaterial to the overall story.

CORE TENSION

Can accelerating orders ($29.3B in Q3) and margins in Power (21.4%) fully offset the Wind segment's expected $400-$500 million annual loss, which caused a -4.0% stock drop after Q2 results?


PREVAILING SENTIMENT
BULLISH

The latest evidence strongly favors the bulls. Q3 results showed accelerating strength in the core businesses that far outweighs the contained weakness in Wind, accompanied by a significant guidance raise.

BEAR VIEW

Bears argue the market has previously punished the stock for Wind segment losses, and that execution risks on large, complex projects remain a significant threat to overall profitability, regardless of backlog size.

Next 6 months: Risks and Catalysts
Timeline Event & Metric To Watch
November 24, 2026
Quarterly Dividend Payment
Watch: A quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share will be paid to shareholders of record as of October 27, 2026.
by the end of '26
Gas Power Contract Target
Watch: Company expects to have at least 130 gigawatts of Gas Power equipment under contract.
1/25/2027
Peer NextEra Energy Earnings
Watch: Peer NextEra Energy (NEE) is scheduled to report earnings.
1/26/2027
Wind Segment Profitability Miss
Watch: Wind segment EBITDA results and the initial 2027 outlook for the segment's profitability.
1/27/2027
Peer Honeywell International Earnings
Watch: Peer Honeywell International (HON) is scheduled to report earnings.
No set date
Adverse Tariff or Trade Policy
Watch: U.S. government announcements on Section 232 tariffs or other trade policies affecting wind components or heavy electrical equipment.
No set date
Gas Power Execution Bottlenecks
Watch: Company or press reports on production rates, supply chain issues, or project delivery timelines for gas turbines.
Key Events in Last 6 Months
Date Event Stock Impact
2026-10-28
Q3 Results and Strategic Actions
Details: The company reported Q3 results, raised full-year guidance, announced the acquisition of Trench Group, and doubled its share repurchase authorization to $20 billion.
-1.9%
$895.08 -> $878.03
2026-09-16
Vineyard Wind Legal Settlement
Details: The company and Vineyard Wind resolved a legal dispute concerning the wind farm project off the coast of Martha's Vineyard.
+4.8%
$882.29 -> $924.39
2026-08-18
Nuclear Fuel Recycling Partnership
Details: SHINE Technologies joined a GE Vernova-led ARPA-E project to develop a modernized system for tracking spent nuclear fuel during recycling.
-8.5%
$1078.37 -> $986.88
2026-07-22
Negative Q2 Earnings Reaction
Details: Following Q2 2026 results, the stock had a -4.0% two-day reaction as wind segment losses widened, overshadowing a raised outlook and record backlog.
-4.4%
$1078.18 -> $1030.59
2026-05-19
Third Quarter Dividend Declared
Details: The Board of Directors declared a $0.50 per share quarterly dividend, payable on July 14, 2026.
+1.2%
$1011.14 -> $1023.40
2026-04-22
Positive Q1 Earnings Reaction
Details: The company reported Q1 2026 earnings, after which the stock had a two-day reaction of 16.0%.
+16.0%
$990.21 -> $1148.27
Risk Management
Position Sizing

2% - 4%

REDUCED POSITION

Sizing is volatility-based: GEV trades at roughly 51% annualized realized (three-month) volatility versus about 11% for the S&P 500 (4.7x the market). A 2% - 4% position keeps a single-name swing of that size within a diversified portfolio's risk budget.

Diversification Alternatives
ETN - Eaton
Pure-Play Electrification

Eaton offers more focused exposure to the electrical equipment cycle without the project execution risk of large-scale power generation or the drag from a wind turbine business. It also has substantially higher operating margins.

Core Thesis: A play on grid modernization and electrification with a history of strong operational execution and higher profitability.
HON - Honeywell International
Diversified Industrial Leader

Honeywell provides exposure to similar industrial and energy transition trends but within a more diversified portfolio including aerospace and building technologies, offering lower volatility than a pure-play energy infrastructure company.

Core Thesis: A high-quality, diversified industrial compounder benefiting from automation and energy efficiency trends.
How Is The Market Pricing GEV?

A long-cycle industrial pure-play on the global electricity super-cycle, converting a massive, high-margin backlog into predictable revenue and cash flow.

GE Vernova is capitalizing on unprecedented demand for electricity driven by data centers, grid modernization, and the energy transition. Its core Power and Electrification segments are booking multi-year backlogs at significantly higher prices, providing strong visibility into future growth. While the Wind segment is in a turnaround, the company's overall financial strength is driven by its dominant position in gas power and grid infrastructure, which are essential for both electrification and decarbonization.

What will confirm the thesis

Continued multi-billion dollar order announcements in Power and Electrification, sustained margin expansion in quarterly results, and successful conversion of the large backlog into revenue and free cash flow.

What will damage the thesis

A significant slowdown in data center build-outs, major project cancellations, or a return to significant losses in the Wind segment due to execution issues.

Noise: Real but irrelevant to thesis

Short-term stock price volatility unrelated to fundamental order and margin trends, as mentioned in news reports from October.

Repricing Catalyst

The ongoing conversion of its rapidly growing, higher-margin backlog into reported revenue and earnings, demonstrating the company's ability to execute and capture the benefits of the current strong demand cycle.

What GEV Makes & Who Pays
TTM figures based on the twelve months through fiscal Q2 2026
Power
$21.0B TTM (51% of Total)
What It Is

The Power segment sells products and services for energy production to power generation, industrial, and government customers. Offerings include gas and steam turbines, nuclear reactor technology, and hydropower solutions, along with a full suite of upgrade and service solutions.

Who Pays & How

Utilities, independent power producers, and large power consumers like data centers pay for reliable and dispatchable power generation equipment and services. They choose GE Vernova for its technology, which supports grid stability and rising electricity demand, as well as its extensive installed base and service capabilities.

Equipment is sold via long-cycle, project-based contracts, often secured years in advance through slot reservation agreements. A significant portion of the business is comprised of long-term service agreements (LTSAs) for the installed base.
Competition
Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Power, Westinghouse
A broad array of advanced technologies, a massive installed base generating approximately 25% of the world's electricity, and a large, high-margin services business.
Electrification
$12.2B TTM (30% of Total)
What It Is

The Electrification segment provides products and services for the transmission, distribution, conversion, storage, and orchestration of electricity. Offerings include grid solutions (like HVDC), power transformers, switchgear, and software sold to power utilities and industries.

Who Pays & How

Power utilities and industrial customers, including data centers, pay for equipment and software needed to expand and modernize grid infrastructure. They choose GE Vernova to manage electricity from generation to consumption, connect renewables, and improve grid reliability and efficiency.

Project-based sales for large grid systems and equipment. The company adjusts pricing based on demand, inflation, and industry dynamics.
Competition
Hitachi Energy, Siemens Energy, Schneider Electric, ABB
A comprehensive portfolio of equipment and software to manage the grid from generation to consumption, and the ability to provide integrated solutions alongside the Power segment.
Wind
$8.5B TTM (20% of Total)
What It Is

The Wind segment engineers, manufactures, and commercializes wind generation technologies, including onshore and offshore wind turbines and blades. It also provides services to improve asset performance over their lifetime.

Who Pays & How

Utilities and project developers pay for wind turbines and services to generate carbon-free electricity. The company is focusing on 'workhorse products' in select geographies to improve reliability and profitability.

Project-based sales for wind turbines and blades, as well as service agreements for the installed base of approximately 59,000 onshore units.
Competition
Vestas, Siemens-Gamesa, Nordex, Envision, Goldwind
A large installed base of approximately 59,000 onshore wind turbines, providing a foundation for a services business, and a focus on a simplified portfolio of reliable 'workhorse' products.
GEV Evolution: Price Return by Era
2024-Present · Post-Spin Acceleration
Following its spin-off from General Electric on April 2, 2024, GE Vernova has operated as an independent, purpose-built energy company. This period is characterized by an acceleration in demand, particularly in the Power and Electrification segments, leading to massive growth in backlog and a strategic focus on capturing the 'electricity super cycle'.
2022-2023 · Pre-Spin Growth & Restructuring
In the years leading up to its separation, the business saw a significant ramp in its Electrification segment, with revenue nearly doubling. The Power segment grew steadily, while the Wind segment experienced volatility. This period set the stage for the company's focus on its core energy transition franchises.
Market Appears To Be Acting Against Core Thesis
Price structure is in a downtrend. Multiple SMA levels broken and declining. Thesis requires reclaiming 200D before any bull case is credible. Relative to SPY: Significantly underperforming and deteriorating. Potential evidence of capital being actively rotating away. Volume and momentum are deeply bearish. The sustained distribution is evident across multiple volume metrics. Earnings history is neutral. The market reaction and subsequent drift do not give a clear directional signal.
① Structure
-4
Structural pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by trend regime, SMA cross events, proximity to 52W high, and relative strength vs SPY.
② Volume / Momentum
-4
Volume/Momentum pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by institutional footprint score, OBV divergence, and momentum character.
③ Catalyst
0
Catalyst pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by earnings day reaction, 20D post-earnings drift, and post-earnings volume character.
Combined Score
-8 / 12
1 Price Structure & Trend Downtrend · Death Cross ▾
2 Momentum Deteriorating ▾
3 Relative Strength vs. SPY Strong Underperformance ▾
4 Institutional Footprint & Volume Strong Distribution ▾
5 Volatility Normal ▾
6 Key Price Levels Range · Vol Rising ▾
7 Earnings Reaction History Inconsistent ▾
8 How the Verdict Is Derived Three Pillars ▾
Core Cache Last Updated: 10/29/2026