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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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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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Dividend payments offer many benefits to investors. In fact, 75% of the returns in the S&P 500 between 1980 and 2019 came from dividends, according to market data.

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3M (NYSE: MMM) stock price has lagged behind the market as the company has moved from one crisis to the other. It has crashed by about 35% from its highest point in 2021, making it one of the worst-performing companies in the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Analysts are bullish on the 3M stock price: should you?

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Closed-end funds tend to cut their payouts over time due to negative consequences of leverage during market crashes, leading to potential permanent capital destruction. Today, we are looking to revisit the six funds that have inceptions prior to the 2008/09 Global Financial Crisis that have still never cut their regular distributions. A long history of no-cuts can be important for income-focused investors, but we also examine coverage and valuations to determine whether they are worth exploring further.

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The stock market closed at record highs in the third week of May, with the S&P 500 exceeding 40,000. The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio reached another all-time high, with an ROI of 14.44% and a forward projected dividend income of $1,496.16. The portfolio is diversified across various asset classes, with equities, ETFs, REITs, CEFs, and BDCs generating significant dividend income.

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CFRA analyst Jonathan Sakraida upgraded 3M stock to Buy from Hold, and lifted the price target to $115 from $100.

Buy 3M Stock, Says Analyst. The Catalyst Is the Dividend Cut.

The investment thesis for the stock does not rely on its dividend. The recent dividend cut is a net plus for a company that needs restructuring.

What Is the Dividend Payout for 3M Stock?

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Despite improvements in its business, the yield trap has been spring.

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3M's turnaround will take time, but it has the cash resources to help it meet legal settlements. The current restructuring program appears to be generating margin expansion, and the new CEO has an opportunity to improve performance.

1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks 3M Stock Is Going to $140. Is It a Buy Around $105?

DexCom

Given its better prospects, we believe DexCom stock (NASDAQ NASDAQ : DXCM) is a better pick than 3M stock (NYSE: MMM). Although these companies are from different sectors, we compare them because of their similar market capitalization of around $50-60 billion.

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Solventum's main strategic priority is to repay debt following its separation from 3M. The business has consistently underperformed in its end markets, and a turnaround will take time.

Is 3M Spinoff Solventum a Buy? (And What It Means for 3M Investors)

Post-it maker 3M declared a dividend of 70 cents, down from the prior quarter's $1.51 payout.

The 3M Dividend Cut Is Here. It's Big.

Shares of 3M Co. were set to pull back slightly from a 15-month high on Wednesday, after the consumer and industrial products company cut its quarterly dividend by more than half, in the wake of the spinoff of its healthcare business, Solventum Corp.

3M's new lowered dividend yield is still double the S&P 500's

ST. PAUL, Minn. , May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At today's Annual Meeting of Shareholders, 3M (NYSE:MMM) highlighted its strong portfolio of leading businesses, leading innovation in material science, and progress in executing the company's strategic priorities.

3M Annual Meeting Highlights Progress on Strategic Priorities, Improving Execution

3M's end markets appear to be improving in 2024. The Solventum spinoff raises cash, and the dividend cut frees up resources for the new CEO to invest in growth.

Is 3M Stock Going to $115? 1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks So.

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The way the market has been behaving lately—well, saying it is a minefield would be an understatement. Investors may have gotten—wrongfully—used to the easy money days of 2020-2022, when the Federal Reserve (the Fed) was forced to cut interest rates to near zero as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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One industrial giant recently cut its dividend, but that's the good news. Another company has a long runway of revenue growth and margin expansion ahead as the commercial aerospace recovery continues.

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This industrial leader has been dealing with material legal and regulatory headwinds. The company had to spin off its healthcare division to raise cash to deal with the costs of its legal and regulatory issues.

3M: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

The bandage has been ripped off, and we have a new CEO.

3M Stock: Is It Finally Time to Buy This High-Yield Stock?

3M Co.'s latest earnings report continues to resonate more than a week later, helping to spark an upgrade by HSBC Global Research on Friday.

3M's stock heads for 15-month high as analyst says it's no longer a ‘leaky boat'

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IonQ

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Blue-chip consumer goods conglomerate 3M Co (NYSE:MMM) is 1.4% higher this morning to trade at $98.69, after HSBC upgraded the stock to "buy" and raised its price target to $115.

3M Stock Nears $100 After Bull Note

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average, an index of 30 blue-chip stocks meant to act as a bellwether for the American economy, has been moving in fits and starts this year. So far in 2024, the index is up a ho-hum 3%.

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Amazon and Apple reported earnings, while the Fed Chair stated that a rate cut is likely unless there are significant changes.

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3M (NYSE: MMM) stock price has gone through a rough patch since 2018, undoing some of the gains it made in the past decades. It has plunged by over 43% from a high of $170 in 2018 to today's $96 as the company faces substantial challenges.

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