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GE HealthCare Surpasses Expectations with a 3% Revenue Increase to $4.8 Billion in Q1

Strong Financial Performance in Q1

GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. has announced a notable 3% year-on-year revenue increase to $4.8 billion in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, exceeding market expectations. This growth underscores the company's robust operational execution and strategic focus.

Significant Profit Growth

The company's net income saw a dramatic rise of 50.8% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching $564 million. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) also experienced a substantial increase of 51.85% year-on-year, amounting to $1.23. In addition, GE HealthCare has unveiled a $1 billion share repurchase program, signaling confidence in its financial health and future prospects.

Strategic Acquisitions and Future Outlook

CEO Peter Arduini highlighted the company's strong start to the year, attributing the success to effective execution and the strategic acquisition of Nihon Medi-Physics. "This acquisition is expected to enhance global access to our next-generation radiopharmaceuticals, further driving our growth acceleration strategies," Arduini stated.

Following the announcement, GE HealthCare's stock price increased by 2.81% in premarket trading, reaching $70 per share at 6:29 am ET.