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GE Vernova Surprises Market with 11% Revenue Jump to $8B in Q1 2025

Strong Financial Performance

GE Vernova Inc. announced a remarkable 11% increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, totaling $8 billion, which exceeded analysts' expectations. The company also reported a significant turnaround in net income, from a loss of $106 million in 2024 to a profit of $264 million this year. Earnings per share (EPS) also saw a dramatic improvement, reaching $0.91 compared to a loss of $0.47 in the previous year.

Orders and Future Outlook

Orders grew by 8% year-on-year to $10.2 billion, driven by demand for power equipment and services. Looking ahead, GE Vernova has reaffirmed its revenue forecast for 2025 at $36-37 billion, accounting for the estimated $300-$400 million impact of tariffs and inflation.

Leadership's Perspective

"We had a strong start to 2025... Achieving positive free cash flow in the first quarter marks a significant milestone for GE Vernova, showcasing our effective working capital management and the strength of our down payments," stated CFO Ken Parks. Following the announcement, shares of GE Vernova experienced an 8.26% surge in premarket trading, reaching $353.