Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

EARNINGS PER SHARE (Tables)

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EARNINGS PER SHARE (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2017
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share
The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share (in millions, except per share amounts): 
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Numerator:
 
 
 
 
 
Net income attributable to common shareowners
$
4,910

 
$
3,431

 
$
4,844

Denominator:
 
 
 
 
 
Weighted-average shares
865

 
878

 
896

Deferred compensation obligations
1

 
1

 
1

Vested portion of restricted shares
5

 
4

 
4

Denominator for basic earnings per share
871

 
883

 
901

Effect of Dilutive Securities:
 
 
 
 
 
Restricted performance units
3

 
3

 
4

Stock options
1

 
1

 
1

Denominator for diluted earnings per share
875

 
887

 
906

Basic Earnings Per Share
$
5.64

 
$
3.89

 
$
5.38

Diluted Earnings Per Share
$
5.61

 
$
3.87

 
$
5.35