One More Thought: GE Breakup Raises Questions About Conglomerate Future

One More Thought: GE Breakup Raises Questions About Conglomerate Future

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The video discusses the history and evolution of conglomerates, focusing on GE's rise under Jack Welch and its challenges under Jeff Immelt. Larry Culp's leadership marks a strategic shift, breaking GE into three focused units. The future of conglomerates is debated, with potential in the tech sector, as seen in companies like Amazon and Alphabet.

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Discuss the potential future of conglomerates in the tech sector as mentioned in the text.

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What does Larry Culp mean when he says it's not about the form of the company but about performance?

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