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NYSE:MMM

3M Co. (MMM)

159.23
-2.40 (1.48%)
as of Jun 17, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconJun 17, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 2 opinions in the last 12 months.

3M Co. is currently at a pivotal moment as it prepares to report its quarterly results. The newly appointed CEO is optimistic about the company's future, suggesting that a turnaround is on the horizon. However, some analysts urge caution, stating that while the immediate uncertainties have been resolved, the company now appears to be a lower-growth multi-industrial. They recommend taking profits and exploring investments in more robust alternatives within the industrial sector, such as Honeywell International Inc. or segments of other well-performing firms. As 3M navigates this transitional phase, investors are left weighing the potential benefits of the CEO's direction against the broader structural challenges of the business landscape.

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DON'T BUY
Somewhat dependent on the US economy. And economically sensitive company. There has been an deceleration in the earnings expectations.
TOP PICK
She has owned this stock for a long time. 60% of revenue for this company come from outside N. America. The stock is trading 14 times earnings. Great value for long term.
SELL
This is not the right time to buy or hold this stock. The products it manufactures represent all sectors of the US economy.
BUY
Had some bad earnings in the last little while, but it was only in one division. A global slowdown will hurt them a little bit but not dramatically. Good cost control.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick May 17/06. Down 17.8%.) Reported very disappointing 2nd quarter results today due to a onetime event. This represents a good buying opportunity. Trading at about 13 X earnings versus a historical 19. We'll still show good double-digit growth.
BUY
Very well run. Has come back down to more realistic levels. Have exceptionally strong market positions in a number of areas. Growing high single digits to low double digits.
TOP PICK
Very focused on innovation. Missed 2nd quarter earnings. Was a one-time event. Trades at a discount at 13 X earnings while its average is 19 X.
HOLD
Had a huge drop from its peak in March and a really huge drop in July. This was because they missed earnings expectations. At this price, you get a pretty good dividend yield. Good management.
SELL
Was looking pretty good, but gave him a sell signal. Doesn't see an imminent bottom for the stock.
DON'T BUY
A lot of these tech areas had been very overvalued and he wouldn’t consider going into them yet. His model price is $62.76, a negative 10% differential. Would like to buy at $59.
BUY
Some people think this is a proxy for the US economy. He is a little dubious about prospects for the US economy in the spring. The recent pullback has been overdone and this is a good entry point.
DON'T BUY
One of the most overvalued stocks on the market. His model price is $60.46 which is a -14.5% differential.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick May 17/06. Down 16%.) Dropped when they warned on earnings. The warning was a combination of onetime things. Trading at about 15 X earnings with a growth rate in the 10% range. A great buying opportunity.
DON'T BUY
There was a nice uptrend but, when it failed to make a new high, that was the tip off.
TOP PICK
One of the most diversified companies. It derives more than 60% of its revenues outside of North America. Believes the growth story for Asia is intact. This company, with its wide variety of products and market leading position, is going to be a major beneficiary. Good price.
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