Fairfield, Conn., March 14, 2002 ---- GE had a successful year of transition in 2001 and continues to build on the business model that has enabled the Company to outpace S&P 500 earnings growth through every cycle of the past 23 years, Chairman and CEO Jeff Immelt writes in his first annual report letter to share owners, customers and employees.
Dubai, UAE, March 13, 2002 ---- The General Electric Company (GE) has been named World's most admired company for the fourth successive year in the annual survey conducted by Fortune Magazine. In addition, it retains its leading position as America's most admired company for the fifth year in a row.
The magazine cites GE's depth of management strength and its consistent performance as reasons for its continuing place atop the list of both world and America's most admired companies.