How does Immelt stack up?

Three of the past six GE leaders have beaten the S&P stock index during their tenures. Immelt, as of Jan. 31, 2011, trailed the S&P by about 66 percentage points, the largest negative gap.

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Philip D. Reed

Tenure: 1945-58

GE stock change: 361.5%

S&P 500 change: 214.7%

The Winner: Reed

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Last updated February 10 2011: 6:06 AM ET

Note: Data based on stock appreciation, adjusted for splits.

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How does Immelt stack up?

Three of the past six GE leaders have beaten the S&P stock index during their tenures. Immelt, as of Jan. 31, 2011, trailed the S&P by about 66 percentage points, the largest negative gap.

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