NYSE:MMM

3M Co. (MMM)

169.59
-1.17 (0.69%)
as of Jul 23, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconJul 23, 2026, 12:00 am

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

The recent reviews on 3M Co. (MMM-N) present a divided perspective on its outlook. One expert points out optimism surrounding the company's new CEO, suggesting a turnaround that could potentially enhance stock performance ahead of the upcoming earnings report. This indicates a belief in the company's ability to recover and grow. Conversely, another review advises taking profits, implying that while the stock may have cleared some obstacles, it now represents a lower-growth opportunity within the multi-industrial sector. This critic favors investing in more robust industrial alternatives like Honeywell or the various components of the former United Technologies, hinting at a belief that there are better prospects elsewhere. Therefore, the consensus reflects a cautious view on 3M’s growth trajectory, suggesting a wait-and-see approach as investors analyze the company’s future performance against its competitors in the industry.

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mixed
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fair
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HON
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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