Equity Profile

GE

General Electric Company

IndustrialsAerospace & Defense$368.7B

Jul16Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

General Electric Company (GE) is a multinational conglomerate that operates in the industrial sector, focusing on aerospace and defense. The company is significant due to its role in manufacturing advanced technologies and equipment, which are crucial for various industries, including aviation and energy.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and helps assess the company's financial health.

$1.84

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is vital for understanding growth trends.

$11.7B

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GE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+15.86%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.57%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, GE reported an EPS of $1.86, exceeding estimates by 15.67%. However, the stock declined by 5.56% the following day, indicating market concerns despite the positive earnings surprise.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect GE to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $1.84 and revenue of $11.7 billion. The market is closely watching for any signs of continued growth or potential challenges.

Bull Case

If GE beats earnings expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand in its aerospace and defense sectors, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it may raise concerns about its future growth prospects, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.84

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and helps assess the company's financial health.

Revenue

$11.7B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is vital for understanding growth trends.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will GE's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.84?

A beat on EPS could indicate strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What guidance will GE provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance will be critical for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate GE's ability to leverage its aerospace and defense segments for growth, especially given recent government contracts.

Supporting Evidence

GE has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past quarters, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that investors are anticipating significant news.

Insider trading activity shows mixed signals, which may indicate uncertainty about future performance.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds $12B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter, the focus is on whether GE can maintain its earnings momentum amid market challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.90 or higher would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.70 would raise concerns about profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.27%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move following the earnings report, suggesting heightened uncertainty or anticipation among investors.

Options are pricing ±11.3% while GE has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

40.0%

Calls (572K)P/C Ratio: 0.50Puts (458K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If GE beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of +1.87%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in management's commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical data indicating an average drop of around -0.57% following earnings misses.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·2 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$17,003.00–$80,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-FLMaria Elvira SalazarRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts in the aerospace sector.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into supply chain stability and its effect on production.
4Management's outlook on global defense spending trends.
5Any commentary on potential impacts from macroeconomic conditions.

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Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and helps assess the company's financial health.

$1.84

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is vital for understanding growth trends.

$11.7B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

GE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+15.86%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.57%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, GE reported an EPS of $1.86, exceeding estimates by 15.67%. However, the stock declined by 5.56% the following day, indicating market concerns despite the positive earnings surprise.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect GE to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $1.84 and revenue of $11.7 billion. The market is closely watching for any signs of continued growth or potential challenges.

Bull Case

If GE beats earnings expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand in its aerospace and defense sectors, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it may raise concerns about its future growth prospects, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.84

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and helps assess the company's financial health.

Revenue

$11.7B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is vital for understanding growth trends.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will GE's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.84?

A beat on EPS could indicate strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What guidance will GE provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance will be critical for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate GE's ability to leverage its aerospace and defense segments for growth, especially given recent government contracts.

Supporting Evidence

GE has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past quarters, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that investors are anticipating significant news.

Insider trading activity shows mixed signals, which may indicate uncertainty about future performance.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds $12B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter, the focus is on whether GE can maintain its earnings momentum amid market challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.90 or higher would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.70 would raise concerns about profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.27%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move following the earnings report, suggesting heightened uncertainty or anticipation among investors.

Options are pricing ±11.3% while GE has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

40.0%

Calls (572K)P/C Ratio: 0.50Puts (458K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If GE beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of +1.87%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in management's commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical data indicating an average drop of around -0.57% following earnings misses.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·2 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$17,003.00–$80,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-FLMaria Elvira SalazarRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts in the aerospace sector.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into supply chain stability and its effect on production.
4Management's outlook on global defense spending trends.
5Any commentary on potential impacts from macroeconomic conditions.