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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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Down nearly 30% year to date, 3M is trading near 2020 prices, a great entry point for a quality dividend aristocrat. 3M is one of the top yielding stocks in the DJIA Index, a Dog of the Dow.

3M: A Beaten Down Aristocratic Dog Of The Dow

3M Company. (NYSE:MMM ) Credit Suisse's 10th Annual Global Industrials Conference November 30, 2022 9:30 AM ET Company Participants Michael Roman - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants John Walsh - Credit Suisse John Walsh All right.

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Intel

Verizon

Their lower share prices have them offering investors a much higher dividend yield these days.

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ST. PAUL. Minn. , Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M Health Care Business Group's Health Information Systems (HIS) division is previewing its new dynamic templates and macros for 3M™ M*Modal Fluency for Imaging  at the 2022 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting, Nov. 27 - Dec. 1 in Chicago.

3M showcasing 3M M*Modal Fluency for Imaging's new dynamic templates and macros at Radiology Society of North America meeting

Corning

We believe Corning stock (NYSE: GLW) is currently a better pick than 3M stock (NYSE: MMM), given its better prospects. Both the stocks are trading at a similar valuation of 2.0x trailing revenues.

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Honeywell

Exxon Mobil

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3M (MMM) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Albemarle

Clorox

Ecolab

Essex Property Trust

W.W. Grainger

Lowe's

Medtronic

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Nucor

Realty Income Corp

Roper Technologies

Sherwin-Williams

Stanley Black & Decker

Sysco

Target

V.F.

West Pharmaceutical Services

NOBL gained 10.31% in October, which brings the Fund's return for the year to a loss of 8.96%. Thus far this month, through November 22nd, the dividend aristocrat ETF is up 6.52%, bringing its year-to-date return to -3.03%.

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The deal between 3M (MMM) arm 3M Health Information Systems (HIS) and Rad AI will benefit a large number of radiologists by saving their time.

3M (MMM) Arm Collaborates With Rad AI on Reseller Agreement

Abbott Labs

Cardinal Health

Check out these three dividend aristocrats in the stock market this week.

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Due to the hiked heating oil & natural gas prices and colder temperatures this winter, I expect consumer expenditures on energy will increase and consumer expenditures on MMM's products will decrease. Also, I believe hiked interest rates and the global recession will decrease MMM's sales further.

The Demand For 3M's Products Could Decrease Further

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Coterra Energy

Thanks to a terrible 2022, we have four dirt-cheap dividend payers dishing up to 9%.

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A. O. Smith

These blue chip dividend stocks offer quality and passive income for patient investors.

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ST. PAUL. Minn. , Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M Health Information Systems (HIS) and Rad AI today announced a strategic sales partnership in which 3M will resell Rad AI's Continuity incidental findings management and Omni impression generation solutions as a value-add to customers using 3M TM M*Modal Fluency for Imaging solution.

3M announces strategic reseller agreement with Rad AI for its incidental findings management and impression generation solutions

FedEx

In this article, I discuss two popular dividend stocks that I wouldn't buy. I start by making the case for low-volatility dividend growth based on downside protection and long-term outperformance.

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M Health Information Systems (HIS) today announced the rollout of its new methodology, 3M™ Ambulatory Potentially Preventable Complications (3M AM-PPCs) software, developed to address patient safety and quality oversight for procedures performed in hospital outpatient departments or ambulatory surgery centers.

New 3M Ambulatory Potentially Preventable Complications software supports growing need for patient safety and quality oversight in outpatient settings

Bed Bath & Beyond

Credit Suisse

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Hyzon Motors

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TuSimple Holdings

High inflation and soaring interest rates have been the main factor behind the double-digit stock downturn so far this year, but alongside these macro factors, many stocks have plunged due to more company-specific issues—for example, corporate scandals. These scandals run the gamut, both in the type of scandal and the severity of the scandal.

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3M (MMM) is grappling with foreign currency headwinds, lower disposable respirator demand, cost inflation and supply-chain woes.

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T. Rowe Price Group

Walgreens

"Dividend Aristocrats in the S&P 500 Index have raised their annual payouts every year for at least 25 consecutive years." - Kiplinger.com/Investing. 65 Aristocrats screened as of November 8, 2022 represented all eleven Morningstar sectors. Broker-estimated top-ten net gains ranged 11.21%-36.63%, topped by MDT & ESS.

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DuPont de Nemours

California's attorney general on Thursday sued 3M Co, DuPont de Nemours Inc and several other companies to recoup the "staggering" clean-up costs from toxic pollutants known as "forever chemicals."

California sues 3M, DuPont over toxic 'forever chemicals'

SAN FRANCISCO — A lawsuit filed Thursday by the state of California accuses 3M, Dupont and 16 smaller companies of covering up the harm caused to the environment and the public from chemicals manufactured by the firms that have over decades found their way into waterways and human bloodstreams.

California sues 3M, Dupont, 16 other companies over ‘forever chemicals' that taint water

The suit, which follows similar ones by other states, alleges manufacturers of “forever chemicals” knew for decades they were harmful to humans and the environment.

California Sues 3M and DuPont Over PFAS Chemicals

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Enbridge

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The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio is now generating $654.02 in annual dividends yielding 7.74%. The Dividend Harvesting portfolio has a 79.55% record of finishing the week in the black since its inception, 70/87 weeks.

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