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

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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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ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF

Realty Income Corp

J. M. Smucker

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

Stanley Black & Decker

Target

T. Rowe Price Group

Walgreens

Exxon Mobil

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF continues its recent good run in December, through the 22nd, the ETF is up 3.91%. I present 3 strategies that can theoretically beat the dividend aristocrat index in the long term.

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Amgen

Cisco Systems

Chevron

Dow Inc

Johnson & Johnson

Coca-Cola

Verizon

It's time for followers of the Dogs of the Dow stock-picking strategy to rebalance their portfolios.

What Are the Dogs of the Dow for 2024?

This dividend stock could offer excellent returns for passive income investors in 2024 and beyond.

1 Dividend Stock Down 53% You'll Regret Not Buying on the Dip

Keeping it simple is often best when it comes to investing. That's why buying an index fund is often the optimal investment most people can make and paying attention to the highest-yielding dogs of the dow.

3 of the Highest Yielding Dogs of the Dow to Buy for 2024

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Griffon

The Zacks Diversified Operations industry participants have been benefiting from strength across aerospace, defense and oil & gas industries, along with an improvement in the supply chain. MMM, ITT, FSS and GFF are notable stocks in the industry.

4 Top Stocks to Pick From a Promising Diversified Operations Industry

Amcor Plc

NiSource

NRG Energy

Omnicom Group

Investors leveraging dividend-paying stocks to build a portfolio that emphasizes quality and sustainability can effectively weather market risks. Stocks like MMM, OMC, AMCR, NI and NRG are must-haves for your portfolio.

5 Amazing Dividend Stocks to Buy for Secure Income in 2024

We bring three stocks from the 'Dogs of the Dow' list that have a dividend yield of more than 3%, namely 3M Company (MMM), International Business Machines (IBM) and The Coca-Cola Company (KO).

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Invesco Dow Jones Industrial Average Dividend ETF

Goldman Sachs

ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF

SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF

The Dogs of the Dow in 2023 are up an average of just 2.8%, lagging the market by the widest amount since 2006, per Bespoke Investment Group, as quoted on Investors Business Daily. But more importantly, the Dogs of the Dow trailed the market in four of the past five years, Bespoke found.

Can Dogs of the Dow ETFs Snap Losing Trend in 2024?

AbbVie

Black Hills

Northwest Natural Gas

Universal Corp

Dividend stocks have always been and will be, among the most compelling choices for investors seeking stable and enduring returns.

Dividend kings: Which stocks continued to increase payouts in 2023?

As one of the elite Dividend Aristocrats, 3M Co. (MMM, Financial) boasts a stunning 65-year streak of dividend growth, highlighted by a robust 5.76% forward yield.

How 3M Bounced Back With a Restructuring and High Yields

In the closing of the recent trading day, 3M (MMM) stood at $105.87, denoting a -1.04% change from the preceding trading day.

3M (MMM) Stock Dips While Market Gains: Key Facts

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Are Investors Undervaluing 3M (MMM) Right Now?

Warren Buffett once described gold as a useless investment; by that, he meant that it is an asset that doesn't do anything, it doesn't produce anything, and the only way for you to make money from it is to be able to sell it at a higher rate to the next buyer that comes along.

Why 3M is perfect for you to generate covered call income

Don't look now. But dividends are back in vogue.

The Dogs of the Dow May Pay Big Dividends in 2024

Automatic Data Processing

Lockheed Martin

Raytheon Technologies

Despite this, with an expected 2.5% growth in manufacturing gross domestic product for 2023 and similar expectations for 2024, the sector looks well set to hold up against the potential for a downturn in the economy next year.

6 Industrial Stocks With Ultra-Yield Dividends to Buy in December

Comcast

DaVita

Everest Group Ltd

Molson Coors Brewing

Investors seeking to tap the bullish momentum in the S&P 500 should invest in undervalued stocks like Everest Group (EG), Comcast (CMCSA), 3M Company (MMM), Molson Coors (TAP) and DaVita (DVA).

5 Undervalued S&P 500 Stocks to Buy for 2024

Air Products and Chemicals

Franklin Resources

Essex Property Trust

Federal Realty Investment Trust

Genuine Parts

PepsiCo

"Dividend Aristocrats in the S&P 500 Index have raised their annual payouts every year for at least 25 consecutive years. "--Kiplinger.com/Investing. 66 Aristocrats, screened as of December 12, 2023, represented all eleven Morningstar Sectors. Broker estimated-top-ten net-gains ranged 13.71%-31.37% topped-by XOM & CVX. By yield, WBA topped-all Aristocrats. Top-ten Yields from ABBV, ESS, CVX, FRT, BEN, TROW, AMCR, O, MMM, & WBA, averaged 5.13%.

5 Dividend Aristocrats Signal Buy In December, With 6 To Watch

Intel

NIKE

As the Dow continues to scale upward, it's prudent to invest in financially sound stocks such as Intel (INTC), 3M (MMM), and NIKE (NKE), which are listed on the said index.

3 of the Best Blue Chip Stocks to Ride the Dow Rally

ST. PAUL, Minn., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M today announced it has sold its fifty-percent equity stake in Combi Packaging Systems, LLC (Combi) to SIAT Group (SIAT), an H.I.G.

3M sells equity stake in Combi Packaging Systems, LLC

Given its attractive valuation, we believe 3M stock (NYSE: MMM) is a better pick than its sector peer, Honeywell stock (NYSE: HON). Investors have assigned a higher valuation multiple of 3.6x for Honeywell stock versus 1.7x for 3M due to its superior profitability and financial position.

After A 14% Fall This Year Is 3M Stock A Better Pick Over Honeywell?

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These top-rated Zacks stocks are standing out as they appear to be poised for more upside while offering dividend yields over 5% as well.

Time to Buy These Top-Rated Stocks with Dividend Yields over 5%

In the closing of the recent trading day, 3M (MMM) stood at $103.16, denoting a -0.2% change from the preceding trading day.

3M (MMM) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note

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