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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2024-02-29

Blackout Period Announced for GE Spin-Off

General Electric Company (GE) announced a blackout period for participants in its retirement savings plan and for its directors and executive officers due to a planned spin-off of its renewable energy, power, and digital businesses.

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The blackout period, expected to begin during the week of March 31, 2024, and potentially last more than three consecutive business days, restricts trading activities in GE common stock for plan participants and prohibits directors and executive officers from trading in GE equity securities. GE notified plan participants and its directors and executive officers of the blackout period in compliance with SEC rules.

Items reported

Item 5.04

Reported Item

Blackout Period Notice
Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits

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About General Electric Company

General Electric Company is a multinational conglomerate known for its extensive influence across various sectors, particularly in aviation, healthcare, renewable energy, and power. Primarily, General Electric designs and produces a wide array of products and technologies essential to infrastructure and industry. This includes engines for commercial and military aircraft, medical imaging equipment, wind turbines, and energy-efficient lighting solutions. The company’s healthcare segment significantly contributes to global medical advancements, offering critical technologies like MRI machines and ultrasound devices. Meanwhile, its renewable energy division champions sustainable initiatives, including offshore and onshore wind projects, contributing to a cleaner global energy landscape. Established in 1892 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, General Electric's role in the financial market is noteworthy for its century-spanning innovation and adaptation. It remains a pivotal player in both traditional and emerging sectors, leveraging its diversified portfolio to meet the evolving demands of modernization and sustainability.

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