Tag Archives: GE Appliances

GE Sells Appliance Unit to Chinese Firm, Haier

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Art Johnson

$5.4 Billion Sale Follows Failed Deal With Electrolux General Electric has announced the sale of its appliance division to the Chinese firm, Haier for 5.4 billion dollars. The sale includes GE's 48% share of Mabe, a Mexican based appliance firm. … Continue reading →

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U.S. Sues to Stop Electrolux – GE Appliance Merger

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Art Johnson

FEDS Sue to Stop Electrolux Deal with GE Appliances In a shocking move, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit yesterday seeking to prevent the 3.3 billion dollar sale of the GE Appliance business to Electrolux. According to Chris … Continue reading →

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Operating Appliances by Remote Control

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Art Johnson

A practical idea or ahead of its time? Are connected appliances for you? I’ll admit it. I’m an early adopter when in comes to technology. Also, having 30 plus years experience in the appliance business, I still follow and write … Continue reading →

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GE Attempt at Deception Doesn’t Fool Anyone

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Art Johnson

Shocking Overstatement by GE in Leading Trade Magazine   The Nov. 2014 Retail Observer has a two-page GE ad/editorial pronouncing- “GE Appliances is committed as ever to serving our customers and helping them grow their business.” They must be kidding. … Continue reading →

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