What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report General Electric's first-quarter 2018 financial results and make them accessible to investors.

Where can I find the detailed first-quarter 2018 financial results?

The detailed first-quarter 2018 financial results are available on General Electric's investor relations website at www.ge.com/investor and are also attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing.

Are the financial results included directly in the 8-K document?

No, the 8-K filing itself does not contain the full financial results. Instead, it directs investors to the company's investor relations website and provides the detailed report as an attached exhibit (Exhibit 99).

What is the significance of the information being 'furnished' rather than 'filed'?

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02, it means it's being provided to the SEC but is not subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as if it were 'filed'. It also means it's not automatically incorporated into other SEC filings, although the company may choose to do so.

GE 8-K: Earnings & Results

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General Electric Company (GE) filed an 8-K on April 20, 2018, to report its first-quarter 2018 financial results. The company made these results available on its investor relations website, with the detailed financial report furnished as an exhibit to this filing. Investors should refer to the attached Exhibit 99 for the complete first-quarter performance details.

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1GE announced its first-quarter 2018 financial results.
2The results were released on April 20, 2018.
3The financial results are available on GE's investor relations website (www.ge.com/investor).
4The detailed financial results for Q1 2018 are attached as Exhibit 99 to the 8-K filing.
5This information is being furnished and not deemed 'filed' for certain SEC purposes.
6Investors should consult Exhibit 99 for specific financial performance metrics and operational details for the first quarter of 2018.

GENERAL ELECTRIC CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 20, 2018)

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