Ge futures near-term catalysts include backlog

Near-term catalysts include backlog conversion rates and commercial aerospace delivery schedules, which have historically moved market sentiment sharply. "Nuclear power is not what it was nearly 40 years ago when the Chernobyl meltdown created fear for many about nuclear power. The technology has come a long, long way," Johnson said, comparing today's nuclear with dial-up internet vs. cloud computing. "Still, there remains in the public perception a lingering stigma about nuclear power, but it may be time to create an opportunity for society to rethink nuclear," Johnson said. The program has also helped GE Aerospace enlarge its workforce in the region and expand capacity to meet strong demand from customers. In 2005, the site employed just 90 people. Today that number has grown to more than 300, with plans to hire even more. GE Aerospace sees strong retention among those who complete the program. Analyst consensus on GE futures remains "Overweight," with 12-month price targets averaging $