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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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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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ocelo

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

Command(TM) Clear Hooks are fast and easy to hang! Uses revolutionary Command(TM) Clear Adhesive Strip to hold strongly on a variety of surfaces, including paint, wood, tile and more. Removes cleanly - no holes or sticky residue. Rehanging them is as easy as applying a Command(TM) Clear Refill Strip, so you can take down, move and reuse them again and again! Contains 2 medium hooks and 3 medium clear strips. Holds up to 2 pounds.

Command

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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Both offer yields more than twice what the S&P 500 provides.

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Are Trading Near Their 52-Week Lows

ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today that Suzan Kereere, Head of Global Business Solutions at Fiserv, Inc., has been elected to 3M's Board of Directors, effective February 10, 2022.

Suzan Kereere elected to 3M Board of Directors

3M (MMM) board hikes the quarterly dividend rate by 0.7%. The move is in sync with the company's shareholder-friendly policies.

3M (MMM) Announces 0.7% Hike in Quarterly Dividend Rate

ABM Industries

Abbott Labs

Lowe's

Nordson

PPG Industries

Stanley Black & Decker

Sysco

The 36 Dividend Kings started 2022 on a sour note losing 3.88% during January. The 8 best dividend kings based on forecasted growth and valuation trailed the average dividend king return by 129 bps in January.

My Best Dividend Kings For February 2022

ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3M Board of Directors (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company's common stock of $1.49 per share for the first quarter of 2022.

3M Increases Dividend for the 64th Consecutive Year

ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M ™ M*Modal Fluency for Imaging has been recognized as the Best in KLAS awards 2022 leader in the Speech Recognition Front-End, Imaging category in its annual software and services report.

3M M*Modal Fluency for Imaging earns #1 Best in KLAS ranking for Speech Recognition: Front-End, Imaging

Amgen

Best Buy

Morgan Stanley

Restaurant Brands

Royal Bank of Canada

Snap-on

Toronto-Dominion Bank

T. Rowe Price Group

U.S. Bancorp

I present my top 10 High Yield dividend stocks that are poised to offer strong future returns. The annualized rate of return for this watchlist is 40.16% over the past 15 months.

My Top 10 High Yield Dividend Stocks For February 2022

Caterpillar

This Dividend Aristocrat and Dividend King deserve a look.

2 Wildly Undervalued Dow Dividend Stocks to Buy in February

Cisco Systems

PepsiCo

Several mega-cap stocks will announce modest increases to the annual dividends in the first half of February. 3M, Genuine Parts, Cisco, Pepsi, and UPS should all announce single-digit percentage increases.

Modest Dividend Increases Expected From Cisco, 3M, Pepsi In First Part Of February

Analog Devices

Algonquin Power & Utilities

Alibaba

Broadridge Financial

British American Tobacco

Carrier Global

CubeSmart

Dollar General

Honeywell

Harbor PanAgora Dynamic Large Cap Core ETF

Iron Mountain

Leggett & Platt

Altria

MP Materials

Realty Income Corp

Omega Healthcare Investors

Otis Worldwide

Ross Stores

J. M. Smucker

S&P Global

AT&T

Analyzing my real-life portfolio's dividend growth for 2021. Dividend growth rebounded sharply in 2021, which was a more-than-welcomed sight. Weighted dividend growth came in at 8.7%, which is more than adequate.

Dividend Growth Checkup - 2021

Johnson & Johnson

Verizon

Dividend stocks to watch as markets continue to be choppy.

Best Dividend Stocks To Buy Now? 3 For Your List

Emerson Electric

Procter & Gamble

Profitable industry-leading companies that have endured past market sell-offs can do it again.

The Nasdaq Has Plummeted 14% in 2022, but These 3 Dividend Kings Have Shrugged It Off

Apple

Boeing

Microsoft

Netflix

To say it was a volatile week on Wall Street would be an understatement.

Dramatic Afternoon Trading Highlights Tumultuous Week on Wall Street

A look at the investment case for the industrial giant in 2022.

3M Stock: Should You Buy or Sell?

Industrial giant 3M just lost a big legal case, and it helps explain why investors are so downbeat on the shares.

This $22.5 Million Legal Loss Could Be a Huge Problem for This Dividend Aristocrat

A federal jury on Thursday awarded $110 million to two U.S. Army veterans who said combat earplugs sold by 3M Co to the military caused them to suffer hearing damage, the largest verdict yet to result from hundreds of thousands of lawsuits over the product.

3M hit with $110 million verdict in latest U.S. military earplug trial

Coming out of the 2008-09 financial crisis, the common shares of 3M Company outperformed the broader market.

3M Company: Well-Positioned Defensive Core Conviction Buy

3M has been lagging in terms of operating and share price performance in recent years. The company rightfully deserved the license to operate a conglomerate over the past decade, but is struggling a bit in recent times.

3M: Mixed, Mediocre, And Modest

On Jan. 25, 3M Co. ( MMM , Financial) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 results that left Wall Street pleasantly surprised.

3M Reports a Great Year Despite Quarterly Challenges

3M Company (MMM) CEO Mike Roman on Q4 2021 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

3M Co. said Tuesday that it saw an omicron-related “pickup” in demand for face masks in December, but it still expects overall demand for its N95 disposable respirators to keep falling this year after peaking in early 2021.

3M expects face mask demand to keep falling after peaking roughly a year ago

3M's (MMM) fourth-quarter 2021 net sales increase 0.3% year over year on account of impressive performance across its Health Care and Consumer segments.

3M's (MMM) Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates in Q4

Household goods manufacturer and blue-chip name 3M Co (NYSE:MMM) has joined the bevvy of companies sharing earnings today.

Top- and Bottom-Line Beat Gives 3M Stock Hope for a Comeback

American Express

Lockheed Martin

Volatility continues through Tuesday as investors still grasp for valuation amid numerous earnings reports.

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