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GE-McKinsey matrix

Also called: nine-box matrix

ELI5

A grid for comparing how attractive markets are and how strong each business is.

Used in conversation

“The GE-McKinsey matrix supports capital-allocation discussion.”

Definition

A portfolio framework comparing industry attractiveness with business-unit competitive strength.

Here “GE-McKinsey matrix” means: A portfolio framework comparing industry attractiveness with business-unit competitive strength.

Pitch context

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Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.