GE Announces Filing of Form 10 Registration Statement for Planned Spin-Off of GE Vernova
GE files Form 10 for spin-off of GE Vernova as a standalone public company, well-positioned for growth in the energy transition sector. GE Vernova to list on NYSE under ticker symbol 'GEV' in early April.
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GE files Form 10 registration statement with SEC for spin-off of GE Vernova.
GE Vernova to become a standalone public company focusing on electrification and decarbonization.
GE Vernova well-positioned for multi-decade growth in energy transition sector.
GE Vernova to list on NYSE under ticker symbol 'GEV' in early April.
GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik highlights the company's progress and momentum in preparing for spin-off.
GE Vernova to be organized into three operating segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification.
GE Vernova supported by Accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services.
Planned spin-off of GE Vernova expected to be tax-free for GE and GE shareholders for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
The announcement of GE Vernova's spin-off and the filing of its Form 10 registration with the SEC is a significant event with potential implications for GE's stock and the broader market. The spin-off is structured to create two distinct, well-capitalized entities, which could lead to a revaluation of the businesses as they may be better understood and more accurately valued by the market. GE Vernova, focusing on electrification and decarbonization, is tapping into a rapidly growing market, which is currently valued at $1.4 trillion and driven by global energy transition trends. This strategic positioning could attract investors interested in sustainable and renewable energy sectors, potentially leading to an increase in demand for GEV shares post-spin-off.
Furthermore, GE Vernova's commitment to investing $1 billion in R&D in 2024 suggests a strong focus on innovation and competitiveness. This investment could enhance the company's long-term growth prospects by enabling the development of new technologies and solutions. However, investors should be mindful of the execution risks associated with such significant R&D expenditures, as well as the competitive dynamics of the energy sector. The company's lean operating model, aimed at strengthening profitability, could be a key factor in driving shareholder value, but it will be essential to monitor how effectively this model is implemented post-spin-off.
GE Vernova's positioning in the electric power industry, with a focus on products and services that address the entire electricity value chain, from generation to consumption, places it at the heart of the energy transition. The company's operational segments—Power, Wind and Electrification—cover a diverse range of technologies that are critical for the shift towards renewable energy sources. With a global installed base of 2,200 GW, GE Vernova has a significant foothold in the market, which could be leveraged to expand its market share in the renewable energy sector.
The energy sector is expected to see substantial growth due to increasing demand for clean energy solutions and supportive government policies worldwide. GE Vernova's broad portfolio, including gas, nuclear, hydro, steam, wind and solar technologies, positions it well to capitalize on these trends. However, the company will need to navigate a complex regulatory environment and potential shifts in energy policy, which could impact market opportunities. Additionally, the competitive landscape features established players and innovative startups, which could influence GE Vernova's market position and growth trajectory.
GE's decision to spin off GE Vernova into a standalone public company reflects broader economic trends towards specialization and the unlocking of shareholder value through focused business units. By separating from the parent company, GE Vernova can allocate capital more efficiently to its core business areas, which could lead to enhanced operational performance and greater agility in responding to market changes. This move also aligns with the economic principle of comparative advantage, allowing GE Vernova to concentrate on what it does best: driving electrification and decarbonization.
However, the success of the spin-off will depend on broader economic conditions, including interest rates, which affect the cost of capital and the overall health of the global economy, which influences demand for energy solutions. Given the current emphasis on green energy and sustainability, GE Vernova's growth prospects appear favorable, but macroeconomic headwinds, such as potential economic downturns or shifts in energy policy, could pose challenges to the company's performance. Investors should consider these broader economic factors when evaluating the potential impact of the spin-off on GE Vernova's future financial health and stock performance.
02/15/2024 - 04:31 PM
GE Vernova, a global leader driving electrification and decarbonization, to become standalone public company
GE Vernova is well-positioned for multi-decade secular growth driven by the energy transition
Latest milestone as GE Vernova prepares to spin-off in early April following strong 2023 results and continued momentum
GE’s financial position is strong to support forming GE Vernova and GE Aerospace as well-capitalized, investment-grade companies
BOSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--
GE (NYSE:GE) today announced the filing of its Form 10 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) for the planned spin-off of GE Vernova. A copy of the Form 10 is available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov . Downloadable historical financial and pro forma financial information can also be accessed as an attachment to this press release and here .
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GE Vernova Form 10 Highlights (Graphic: GE)
GE Chairman and CEO and GE Aerospace CEO H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., said, “Today’s filing underscores GE Vernova’s important progress toward its spin-off as an independent, global leader driving electrification and decarbonization. Our financial position is strong to support forming GE Vernova and GE Aerospace as well-capitalized, investment-grade companies, and we’re excited to launch them to the world in early April.
GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik said, “GE Vernova is a purpose-built company serving the electric power industry with a unique scope and scale of solutions to create a more sustainable world. Today's milestone demonstrates the significant progress our teams have made in preparing GE Vernova to launch as a standalone company and how we are poised to benefit from growing demand for energy transition products and services. Our momentum continues to build with this latest milestone as we approach our spin-off.”
Highlights from Form 10
The Form 10 highlights how GE Vernova is:
A purpose-built company driving electrification and decarbonization, well-positioned for multi-decade secular growth driven by the energy transition and serving 20% of a growing $1.4 trillion $1 billion
A global leader providing the electric power industry with a unique scope and scale of solutions , including products and services that generate, transfer, orchestrate, convert, and store electricity across a sizable 2,200 GW global installed base and by delivering new technologies.
Strengthening profitability to deliver shareholder value ; driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost using its lean operating model.
GE Vernova will be organized into three operating segments:
Power : includes design, manufacture and servicing of gas, nuclear, hydro, and steam technologies, providing a critical foundation of dispatchable, flexible, stable, and reliable power;
Wind : includes wind generation technologies, inclusive of onshore and offshore wind turbines and blades that serve utilities, renewable developers, independent power producers, and commercial customers to provide carbon-free power generation; and,
Electrification : includes grid solutions, power conversion, solar and storage solutions, collectively referred to as Electrification Systems, and digital technologies, referred to as Electrification Software, required for the transmission, distribution, conversion, storage, and orchestration of electricity from point of generation to point of consumption.
GE Vernova is also supported by its Accelerator businesses, of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services.
Additional Information
GE Vernova is expected to spin off from GE in early April, subject to final approval from the GE Board of Directors and other customary conditions. GE Vernova will list on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GEV.” In November 2023, GE announced the Board of Directors for GE Vernova, bringing together a strong mix of expertise, industry experience, and diverse perspectives to help GE Vernova lead the energy transition.
The planned spin-off of GE Vernova is intended to be tax-free for GE and GE shareholders for U.S. federal income tax purposes. As previously announced, GE Vernova and GE Aerospace will host investor days on March 6 and March 7, respectively, in New York, NY . The management teams will present their growth strategies and financial outlook and policies, as well as a showcase of its innovative technologies.
Investors, media, and the general public are invited to learn more about the pending spin-off at https://www.ge.com/investor-relations/spinoff-resources . Future updates to the Form 10 will be filed with the SEC and may be viewed at www.sec.gov as filings under GE Vernova. The Form 10 filed on February 15, 2024, is subject to change and will be made final prior to the effective date.
Forward-looking Statements
This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. For details on the uncertainties that may cause our actual future results to be materially different than those expressed in our forward-looking statements, including (1) our success in executing planned and potential transactions, including our plan to pursue a spin-off of GE Vernova, and sales or other dispositions of our remaining equity interest in GE HealthCare, the timing for such transactions, the ability to satisfy any applicable pre-conditions, and the expected proceeds, consideration and benefits to GE; (2) changes in macroeconomic and market conditions and market volatility, including risk of recession, inflation, supply chain constraints or disruptions, interest rates, perceived weakness or failures of banks, the value of securities and other financial assets (including our equity interest in GE HealthCare), oil, natural gas and other commodity prices and exchange rates, and the impact of such changes and volatility on our business operations, financial results and financial position and (3) our capital allocation plans, including de-leveraging actions to reduce GE's indebtedness, the capital structures of the public companies that we plan to form from our businesses with the planned spin-off, the timing and amount of dividends, share repurchases, acquisitions, organic investments, and other priorities, see https://www.ge.com/investor-relations/important-forward-looking-statement-information , as well as our SEC filings. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements.
About GE
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About GE Vernova
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts , U.S. , with more than 80,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world.
GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Supported by the Company Purpose, The Energy to Change the World , GE Vernova will help deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn .
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GE Vernova is expected to spin off from GE in early April.
GE Vernova will list on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 'GEV'.
GE Vernova will be organized into three operating segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification.
The planned spin-off of GE Vernova is intended to be tax-free for GE and GE shareholders for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
GE Vernova CEO is Scott Strazik.
The Form 10 registration statement filed by GE for the spin-off of GE Vernova can be accessed on the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
