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GE Vernova Near Record Highs on AI Power Boom, Strong Backlog and Upgraded 2026 Outlook

Analyst upgrades highlight confidence in GE Vernova’s expanding backlog, with cash guidance tied to AI power needs.

Overview

  • Shares are up 34% year to date after touching a record $894.93 on Feb. 25, bringing the 12‑month gain to roughly 160%.
  • Rising electricity demand from AI data centers, transport electrification and grid modernization is driving multi‑year growth for power equipment, grid solutions and storage.
  • 2025 results showed 34% organic order growth to $59.3 billion, revenue up 9% to $38.1 billion and a total backlog of about $150 billion.
  • Profitability improved with $8 billion added in equipment backlog margin dollars, a roughly 50% larger equipment backlog at $64 billion and a six‑point equipment margin gain, with Power margins lifted largely by gas power.
  • Q4 delivered $11 billion in revenue (+4% YoY), 65% organic order growth and doubled free cash flow, and the company guided to $44–$45 billion in 2026 revenue, $5–$5.5 billion in FCF and a path to a 20% adjusted EBITDA margin by 2028, alongside plans to double the 2026 dividend and expand buybacks to $10 billion; at least one analyst raised a price target and reiterated a Buy while noting execution and offshore wind risks.