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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 maker of N95 respirator masks will supplement its domestic production with imported masks.

3M and Trump Administration Agree on Respirator Supply Plan

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A large number of businesses like 3M Company are responding to President Trump's request and ramping up production of masks, ventilators and other protective gear.

Can 3M & Other Large Caps Fulfill Medical Gear Shortage?

The coronavirus is providing a boost to certain segments of 3M's business. However, MMM stock doesn't look all that healthy.

Despite Coronavirus Demand Bump, Skip MMM Stock for Now

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is touting the end of a dispute with 3M to supply millions of masks to medical professionals on the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus. Trump said that the “3M saga ends very happily.

Trump says dispute with 3M over protective masks ends ‘very happily’

President Donald Trump's administration and 3M Co. (NYSE: MMM) on Monday reached an agreement to ramp up mask supply in the United States while letting the company continue to sell abroad.

3M, Trump Strike Deal To Import 166.5M Masks From China, Company To Continue To Supply Abroad

Trump last week said he “wasn’t happy” with 3M for shipping masks to Latin America and Canada.

Trump Ends Feud With Mask Maker 3M, Announces Deal For 55 Million U.S. Masks Per Month

President Donald Trump on Monday said the government will purchase millions of masks from 3M MMM, +5.16% for health-care workers who are battling the coronavirus pandemic, effectively ending a running war he conducted with the company at his press conferences.

Trump says he's settled his dispute with 3M and U.S. will purchase millions of high-quality masks

"The 3M saga ends very happily," Trump concluded at a White House press briefing on the coronavirus outbreak.

Trump and 3M strike deal to bring 55.5 million masks a month to US to help coronavirus response

Shares of 3M (NYSE: MMM) are trading higher after the U.S. government ordered production of 180 million masks.

Why 3M's Stock Is Trading Higher Today

The company says there's no truth to the report that personal protective equipment being shipped from China to Germany was diverted to the U.S.

3M Denies N95 Masks Were Seized, Says No Such Shipment Existed

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3M Co. MMM, -2.98% said Monday that media reports alleging a shipment of its N95 respirators was seized and diverted by U.S.

3M says report alleging U.S. seized shipment of N95 masks headed for Berlin is 'inaccurate'

As great as the medical side of 3M may be, it has many units in consumer and industrial markets that are shut-in by the coronavirus, keeping a lid on MMM stock right now.
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In a CNBC interview Friday morning, 3M CEO Mike Roman said it was "absurd" to suggest his company wasn't doing all it could to help the U.S. fight the coronavirus.

Trump to ban export of coronavirus protection gear, says he's 'not happy with 3M'

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Trump Ordered These Companies To Make Medical Supplies Under The Defense Production Act

MMM news for Friday has President Donald Trump invoking the Defense Protection Act against 3M (MMM) to acquire more face masks.

MMM News: President Trump Invokes Defense Protection Act Against 3M

3M Co  said on Friday it would make more face masks for the United States to fight the coronavirus pandemic, but warned of the "humanitarian implications" of limiting supply to other countries as President Donald Trump directed.

3M warns against Trump's order to limit face mask exports

The Trump administration's request for 3M Company (NYSE: MMM) to halt exports of N95 respirator masks to Canada and Latin America would endanger healthcare workers and risk retaliatory measures that would endanger the U.S.

3M: Halting N95 Mask Exports Would Hurt U.S.

3M's Moment To Shine

3M, the world's largest maker of respirator masks, said Friday it is willing comply with President Trump's order to manufacture and supply more critically needed N95 masks for the United States. But 3M cautioned about being forced to halt exports of those masks to other parts of the world.

3M: We'll make more N95 masks for the US but we need to keep exporting them

The Minnesota giant will produce N95 masks for FEMA, but reportedly resisted White House calls to stop sending equipment abroad.

3M Blasts Back At Trump: Company Says Not Selling Masks To Canada Could Spark Retaliation

The company warns that eliminating N95 mask exports could backfire for the United States.

Mask Maker 3M Responds to Defense Production Act Order

He wants more respirators for use here in the U.S. than abroad.

Trump Invokes Defense Production Act Against 3M Over N95 Masks

3M said earlier that it was already working on getting more masks to the U.S. – prior to Trump's invocation of the Defense Production Act.

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