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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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Sherwin-Williams

Stanley Black & Decker

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V.F.

Walgreens

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since the launch of the world's first smog-reducing shingle, Malarkey Roofing Products has provided the industry with enough roofing materials to protect more than 400,000 roofs.

One million trees' worth of smog-fighting capacity has been installed on roofs using Malarkey Roofing Products shingles with 3M Smog-reducing Granules.

Chevron

Lumen Technologies

Dividends are an important benefit to shareholders. Quarterly and, in some cases, monthly dividend payments can prove to be a valuable source of income for investors, particularly in retirement.

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Large-Cap Value funds are down "just" 8% YTD compared to -29% for Growth, -27% for QQQ, and -18% for the S&P 500. But Large-Cap Value stocks as a group are still not cheap on historical comparisons.

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3M is a high-quality dividend growth stock with a wide moat that trades at a discount to its normal valuation. While it has some near-term headwinds, we see reasons to be optimistic over the company's long-term prospects.

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3M Company is currently in a massive downturn. It's cheaper than it's been in 2 years, and beyond this, it was only this cheap 2012. Beyond that, we're at a premium. Investors are nervous, and it's understandable. The company has been plastered all over the news. But part of a valuation investor's job is cutting through confusion.

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A jury on Friday ordered 3M Co to pay $77.5 million to a U.S. military veteran who said he suffered hearing damage as a result of using the company's military-issue earplugs, according to a spokesperson for the plaintiff's attorneys.

3M ordered to pay $77.5 million to veteran in latest earplug trial

Costco

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Lowe's

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada, May 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yooma Wellness Inc. ("Yooma" or the "Company") (CSE: YOOM, AQSE:YOOM), a Toronto-based vertically-integrated global wellness platform that develops and markets a portfolio of wellness brands, today released its annual financial statements (the "Financial Statements") for the financial year ended December 31, 2021 (the "Reporting Period").   A summary of Yooma's operational and financial highlights during the Reporting Period are set out below and more detailed information is contained in the Financial Statements and related Management Discussion and Analysis, which are available on Yooma's SEDAR page at www.sedar.com.

Yooma Wellness Reports Results for Q4 and Fiscal 2021, Exceeding Forecasts with Revenue of US$5.3M in Q4 2021

Amgen

Boeing

JPMorgan Chase & Co

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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Robotics Business Review (RBR) named the 3M™ Finesse-It™ Robotic Paint Repair System as a 2022 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award Honoree.

3M earns RBR50 Innovation Award for the 3M Finesse-it Robotic Paint Repair System

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Target

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Automatic Data Processing

ConocoPhillips

Marriott

Exxon Mobil

At this stage, it will be better to stay with quality stocks like MMM, MAR, XOM, COP and ADP.

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At today's Annual Meeting of Shareholders, 3M (NYSE:MMM) highlighted its strong 2021 performance, ongoing focus on customers in a dynamic environment, continued progress on sustainability goals, and commitment to deliver growth and value in 2022.

3M Annual Meeting Highlights Strong 2021, Investments for Future

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General Electric

Honeywell

iShares U.S. Industrials ETF

Union Pacific

Vanguard Industrials ETF

Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund

The industrial sector is expected to face the challenges stemming from rising interest rates, growing inflation levels and ongoing supply-chain disturbances in 2022.

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The mean of analysts' price targets for 3M (MMM) points to a 25.6% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.

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Enbridge

First of Long Island

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