Gross Profit, Operating Income, and Net Income as a percentage of Revenue

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Margins

An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Year over year growth in Revenue and Operating Expenses.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

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Scotch Tape is a brand name used for pressure-sensitive tapes manufactured by 3M as part of the company's Scotch brand. Their magnetic recording tape products were also sold under the Scotch brand.

Scotch Tape

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3M Co. is a technology company, which manufactures industrial, safety, and consumer products. It operates through the following segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Health Care, Consumer, and Corporate and Unallocated. The Safety and Industrial segment consists of personal safety, industrial adhesives and tapes, abrasives, closure and masking systems, electrical markets, automotive aftermarket, and roofing granules. The Transportation and Electronics segment includes electronics, automotive and aerospace, commercial solutions, advanced materials, and transportation safety. The Health Care segment offers medical and surgical supplies, skin health and infection prevention products, oral care solutions, separation and purification sciences, health information systems, inhalation and transdermal drug delivery systems, and food safety products. The Consumer segment covers consumer healthcare, home care, home improvement, and stationery and office products, such as consumer bandages, braces, supports, respirators, cleaning products, retail abrasives, picture hanging, and consumer air quality solutions. The Corporate and Unallocated segment refers to special items and other corporate expense-net. The company was founded by Henry S. Bryan, Hermon W. Cable, John Dwan, William A. McGonagle, and J. Danley Budd in 1902 and is headquartered in St. Paul, MN.

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3M reports Q4 decline, focuses on innovation and cost efficiencies

3M's Q4 2022 performance saw declines in total sales but strong cost controls and inventory improvements, positioning the company for a focused 2023 outlook.
Despite challenges from inflation and market headwinds, 3M remains resilient through innovation, pricing actions, and strategic restructuring efforts.
Opportunities lie in consumer business improvements, market monitoring for pricing adjustments, and leveraging innovation to navigate industry shifts and drive growth.

3M plans workforce reduction and restructuring to drive growth

3M is taking strategic actions to improve performance through cost reduction and restructuring efforts. Despite challenges in certain markets, the company remains focused on high-growth opportunities and margin expansion post-restructuring. Leadership changes and a healthcare spin-off are part of 3M's growth strategies moving forward.

3M reports Q2 earnings in line with guidance, focuses on strategic priorities

3M navigated challenges with mixed performance but focused on strategic priorities. Confidence in pricing strategy and progress in restructuring and supply chain. Expectations for improvements in inflationary headwinds and Health Care business outlook.

3M reports solid Q3 earnings, eyes electronics market stabilization

3M delivered a solid performance in Q3, navigating challenges in consumer and electronics markets while capitalizing on strengths in automotive OEM business and Health Care segment progress. The company remains focused on proactive cost control, margin improvement, and cash conversion, with a positive outlook on the electronics market stabilization and potential growth in 2024.

3M reports robust Q4 performance and outlines strategic 2024 outlook

3M's Q4 2023 performance was strong, exceeding expectations despite challenges in organic sales and legal matters. The company's strategic focus on restructuring, margin expansion, and portfolio optimization positions it well for 2024. Opportunities for growth and efficiency through digital investments and supply chain optimization are key focus areas.

3M reports strong Q1 earnings, eyes growth in electronics market

3M's Q1 2024 performance reflects financial stability, growth post spin-off, and strategic focus on key markets and operational improvements.
While facing challenges in consumer sales and mixed industrial market outlook, the company is leveraging opportunities in electronics growth and market expansion.
With a strong capital allocation strategy, progress on PFAS transition, and focus on shareholder returns, 3M aims for sustainable growth and profitability.

3M excels in Q2 with 40% EPS growth and strategic focus on innovation and operational efficiency

3M's Q2 performance reflects strong financials and operational efficiency. The company's strategic focus on innovation, pricing, and portfolio optimization positions it for long-term growth. Challenges in consumer spending and operational factors require attention, while opportunities in lean practices, market expansion, and innovation are key for future success.

3M (MMM) reports strong Q3 earnings, focuses on growth strategies

3M's Q3 performance reflects growth in EPS, revenue, and operational margins, with raised full-year guidance.
Efforts to enhance operational efficiency, customer service, and shareholder value are key strengths.
Challenges in supply chain management and forecast accuracy require analytical tools and strategic portfolio adjustments.
Opportunities lie in consistent growth, R&D advancements, and leveraging technology for market differentiation.

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3M's (MMM) fourth-quarter 2023 results are likely to have gained from strength across its automotive OEM and medical solutions businesses. However, weak commercial solutions and transportation safety markets might have hurt its results.

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3M (NYSE: MMM ) has started sending payouts for the infamous 3M earplugs lawsuit settlement, which amounts to a $6 billion agreement pertaining to the company's hearing loss-inducing ear plugs. Indeed, more than 30,000 service members and veterans will receive a piece of the payout before the end of the month, the company stated.

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3M (MMM) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its proven leadership in innovation, the 3M™ Littmann® brand has announced a new update to its tubing, unveiling the new Satin Finish tubing.

Proven auscultation leader 3M Littmann Stethoscopes are now available with an innovative Satin Finish tubing

3M and Discovery Education open submissions to the 2024 Young Scientist Challenge  ST. PAUL, Minn.

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3M Co (NYSE:MMM) is expected to report a small rise in earnings when it releases its fourth-quarter report ahead of the market open next Tuesday. The Post-It Notes and Scotch Tape maker has already guided investors to expect full-year adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $8.95 to $9.15 after raising its guidance with the release of its 3Q results.

3M expected to report steady 4Q earnings amidst challenges

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3M (MMM) closed at $108.30 in the latest trading session, marking a -0.73% move from the prior day.

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ST. PAUL, Minn., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M Health Care's Medical Solutions Division, the world leader in advanced wound care, was awarded $34.2 million from the U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity to develop a range of new solutions for infection prevention, wound management and wound healing.

3M receives $34.2 million award to improve treatment of traumatic wounds from point-of-injury to hospital

Industrial giant 3M has been dealing with legal headwinds because of its products and manufacturing practices. The legal issues are likely to be resolved over time.

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Weak end markets, legal settlements, and disappointing performance relative to guidance hit the stock last year. The valuation and dividend yield are compelling, but questions remain.

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Shares of 3M Co. MMM, +0.39% slipped 0.1% in premarket trading after the the consumer, industrial and health care-products company said it will freeze its U.S. pension plan for non-union employees, as of Dec. 31, 2028. The company said people who are currently receiving pension payments are not impacted by this freeze, which 3M said has been in the works for “many” years.

3M to freeze U.S. pensions for non-union employees

ST. PAUL, Minn. , Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced that it will freeze its U.S. pension plans for non-union U.S. employees, effective Dec. 31, 2028.

3M announces U.S. pension plan actions

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