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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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3M is a 119-year-old global conglomerate seeking to leverage its financial strength and its technological leadership to move off an earnings plateau to a new era of growth. 3M has an A+ credit rating, 63 consecutive years of dividend increases, and a global footprint in several growth areas of the new economy.

Dividend Sleuthing: 3M

3M Company (MMM) Management Presents at UBS Global Industrials and Transportation Conference (Transcript)

MMM is a leading industrials and consumer products innovator and manufacturer. The company is investing aggressively to retain its pricing power and market share in the face of inflationary pressures.

How Much Is 3M Worth?

3M Company's (MMM) CEO Michael Roman Presents at Annual Bernstein Strategic Decisions Brokers Conference (Transcript)

3M is a strong alternative investment to the S&P 500 with a larger near-term upside. Notwithstanding litigation and talent recruitment concerns, 3M remains a product powerhouse with compelling margins, ROIC, and execution.

3M: Attractive Valuation With Upside

ST. PAUL, Minn., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) and Pandemic Action Network will collaborate on programs to help stem the spread of COVID-19 and today also announced a commitment to work together to help prepare for future pandemics.

3M Partners with Pandemic Action Network to Improve Global Response and Prepare for Future Pandemics

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sopheon today announced The 3M Company (NYSE: MMM) is using its Accolade software for new product development throughout its global enterprise. 3M's cross-functional innovation teams rely on Sopheon Accolade to streamline processes, manage risk, optimize decision-making and accelerate time to market. 3M produces over 60,000 products under several brands and is a leader in consumer products, safety and industrial, healthcare, transportation, and electronics. 3M's de

Sopheon Announces Global Deployment of Enterprise Innovation Management Solution at The 3M Company

ST. PAUL, Minn., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M has entered an agreement with Bemis Associates Inc. to distribute and convert 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Materials.

3M signs Bemis Associates Inc. to distribute and convert 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material to activewear apparel markets

ST. PAUL, Minn., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M Health Care launched 3M™ Harvest RC clarifier, leveraging its proprietary fibrous chromatography media to deliver a single-stage purification solution for recombinant protein therapeutic manufacturing.

New 3M™ Harvest RC clarifier brings chromatography technology to harvest clarification with a single-stage solution for upstream processes

3M Co won a court case on Friday in which it was accused of covering up design defects in earplugs used by the military, following a recent loss in a similar case among nearly 230,000 claims against the company.

3M wins U.S. trial alleging cover-up of earplug design

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

Why Is 3M (MMM) Up 2.9% Since Last Earnings Report?

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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M Food Safety today introduces the 3M™ Environmental Scrub Sampler with 10 mL Wide Spectrum Neutralizer, an innovative solution for environmental microbial sampling applications.

3M introduces 3M™ Environmental Scrub Sampler with 10 mL Wide Spectrum Neutralizer, an innovative solution for environmental microbial sampling applications

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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- From manufacturing personal protective equipment to developing vaccines to the overall response to COVID-19, science is heightening the world's expectations for what is possible, according to the 2021 3M (NYSE: MMM) State of Science Index.

No matter the challenge, people believe science will solve it, 3M survey reveals

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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) today held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders, highlighting how the company has fought the pandemic from all angles, delivered strong performance for shareholders, strengthened its commitment to sustainability, and positioned itself for future growth.

3M Holds 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

3M Company ( MMM , Financial) reported its first-quarter earnings results in late April. The numbers easily topped results for the prior year and surpassed Wall Street analysts' expectations.

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