FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE announced today record third-quarter earnings from continuing operations of $5.1 billion or $.49 per share, up 10% and 14%, respectively, from third-quarter 2005. Revenues from continuing operations were $40.9 billion, up 12% from last year's third quarter.
"Our portfolio changes and long-term strategy are paying dividends," said GE Chairman and CEO Jeff Immelt. "The markets where we compete continue to be favorable for GE and our businesses are experiencing significant tailwinds.