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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.

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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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The industrial company's share price decline will surely start to attract investors.

Is it Time to Buy 3M Stock?

3M's (MMM) gas and flame detection business divestment will enable it to concentrate on other businesses in Personal Safety Division. Gain of 20 cents per share is expected from this transaction.

3M (MMM) Divests Gas and Flame Detection Business to Teledyne

It’s no stretch to say that 3M stock has been a big disappointment among well-known blue chips. However, the industrial conglomerate has finally introduced an innovation that has astute MMM stock investors thinking hard about jumping in.

3M Stock Can ‘Flex and Seal’ Its Way to a Recovery

3M Co. MMM, -1.64% said Thursday a federal court has dismissed more than 5,000 lawsuits against the company over its Bair Hugger system, which is used to warm patients before during and after surgery.

3M says federal court has dismissed more than 5,000 lawsuits relating tor surgical warming system

3M Co. (NYSE: MMM) has had a slate of challenges for the past year and a half. After everything was chugging along to perfection in 2017, then 2018 and 2019 were rather difficult for 3M, when the market for most Dow stocks kept rising.

Why Investors Are Looking at the 3M Turnaround Much Closer for 2020

3M has seen demand for its products across categories fall since Q2 2018 primarily due to weak customer demand in China. The slowdown in China has had a visible impact on 3M’s revenues over recent quarters.

Why Has 3M's Share Price Sunk 30% Since Early 2018?

Shares of 3M Co. MMM, -2.85% took a dive in afternoon trading Friday, to extend earlier losses after the industrial, consumer and health care products company disclosed an "internal investigation" into potential violations of the U.S.

3M stock takes a dive after disclosing internal probe into possible FCPA violations

3M's second-quarter earnings fail to impress, but management has some important things to tell investors.

3M Updates About PFAS, China, and Future Dividend Growth

3M's (MMM) CEO Michael Roman on Q2 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Shares of 3M Co. MMM, -1.10% fell 1.0% in afternoon trading, to erase earlier gains of as much as 4.6%, seen after the diversified industrial company, which makes Post-it notes, Scotch tape, Ace bandages and molar crowns, reported second-quarter results that fell less than expected while affirming its full-year outlook.

3M to slow pace of stock repurchases and cuts China growth outlook, stock swings to a loss

3M shares rose more than 5% in early trading following its earnings report but quickly gave up those gains later in the morning session.

3M Briefly Breaks Out After Posting Strong Q2 Results

When 3M Co. (NYSE: MMM) released its second-quarter financial results before the markets opened on Thursday, the firm said that it had $2.20 in earnings per share (EPS) and $8.20 billion in revenue.

Is the Worst Finally Behind for 3M Shareholders?

The surge in 3M Co.'s stock MMM, +1.07% after the consumer, health care and industrial products company reported second-quarter earnings that beat expectations, was accounting for more than half of the Dow Jones Industrial Average's DJIA, -0.29% projected gain ahead of the open.

3M's stock surge would add more than 60 points to the Dow's price

3M's (MMM) second-quarter 2019 results suffer from forex woes, adverse impact of divestitures and weak organic sales. However, its earnings and sales surpass respective estimates.

3M (MMM) Q2 Earnings and Sales Beat Estimates, Down Y/Y

3M (MMM) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 7.84% and 1.87%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2019. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

3M (MMM) Tops Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

3M (NYSE: MMM) reported second-quarter earnings of $2.20 per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.06 by 6.8%.

3M Reports Q2 Earnings Beat

Shares of 3M Co. MMM, +1.07% surged 3.4% in premarket trading Thursday, after the consumer, health care and industrial products company reported a second-quarter profit and sales that fell less than expected, while maintaining its full-year outlook.

3M's stock surges after profit and sales fall less than expected, guidance maintained

U.S. manufacturing conglomerate 3M reported a 39.3% fall in quarterly profit, hurt by a global slowdown in economic growth.

3M profit falls 39% amid lower global sales

3M is set to announce its Q2 2019 results on July 25. End-market softness in China as well as lower demand in the automotive and electronics industries are likely to have adversely affected the company’s revenues and profits in Q2.

Slowdown In China & Weak Auto Demand To Weigh On 3M's Q2 Earnings

3M Co. (NYSE: MMM) is scheduled to release its second-quarter financial results before the markets open on Thursday.

What to Expect When 3M Reports Thursday Morning

Bashing 3M stock appears to be quite popular on the Street, but if you drill down deeper, you’ll notice a company with a lot to recommend it.
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The 3% Yield for 3M Stock Makes It an Attractive Value Buy

3M stock may still be a dividend champ, but most everything else that could be ailing the company is ailing the company.
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Why 3M Stock Is Untouchable

3M stock did not have many bright spots in the first quarter; could MMM's second quarter be any different?
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3M specializes in businesses in which few aspiring entrants have either the patience or capital to build market share.

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