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More companies trade in suburbia for the city

Aug 3, 2016
GE and McDonald's are among those heading downtown in search of younger workers.
A rendering of General Electric's new global headquarters in Boston. 
General Electric, © Gensler

What does MetLife’s win in court mean for other big businesses?

Mar 31, 2016
The company can now shed its “systemically important” label, which could force a shake up in the government's “Too Big To Fail” process.
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GE's Vice Chair explains how the company stays innovative

Jan 25, 2016
An interview with General Electric's Vice Chair and Beth Comstock
Vice Chair of Business Innovations at General Electric Beth Comstock speaks on stage during 'The Fast Company Innovation Festival' on November 10, 2015 in New York City.
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General Electric shifts tack

Jan 22, 2016
The company issues results after recent restructuring moves.

GE stuck with appliances, but still transcends them

Dec 7, 2015
General Electric fails to rid itself of appliance products.

What Connecticut loses if GE moves its headquarters

Nov 10, 2015
Locals point to GE's role in business relationships, housing and community involvement.

GE sells off part of its financial division

Oct 14, 2015
Wells Fargo will purchase loans and leases worth $32 billion.

For public good, not for profit.

A low-energy solution for drying clothes faster

Jul 29, 2015
Scientists and industry are using sonic vibes to improve the humble appliance.

Iran wants new U.S. planes

Jul 17, 2015
Do American companies want to enter the Iranian airplane market?

Weekly Wrap: General Electric and stock market highs

Apr 10, 2015
A discussion of highlights from the week's news.