NYSE:MMM

3M Co. (MMM)

180.21
-2.44 (1.34%)
as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 16, 2026, 12:00 am

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

The recent analysis on 3M Co. (MMM-N) presents a divided opinion among experts. One reviewer expresses optimism about the stock, highlighting the potential improvements under the new CEO who is actively working to turn the company around. This perspective anticipates a positive performance in the upcoming quarter, suggesting a favorable outlook for investors. Conversely, another expert advises taking profits, arguing that despite some clouds clearing, 3M now resembles a lower-growth multi-industrial company. They recommend considering investments in more robust industrial companies, specifically naming Honeywell (HON) as a more structurally sound alternative. This illustrates a notable divergence in sentiment, reflecting caution against complacency in a sector that may have better opportunities elsewhere.

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mixed
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fair value
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TOP PICK
Wide diversity of products. When it looks like the US$ is going to be under some pressure, this company generates 60% of its revenues outside of North America. Very strong presence in China and a growing presence in India.
DON'T BUY
A great company, but very expensive. His model price is $68. That is a negative 22% differential.
BUY
Likes DOW stocks. Likes this one a lot. Has a good long-term uptrend. Short-term chart shows a double bottom.
TOP PICK
Good global diversification. Strong positions in China, India and Eastern Europe. Earns 35% on its equity. Earnings are expected to grow 10/12%. Trading at only 16.5 X earnings.
TOP PICK
Has 60% of its revenues coming in from outside of North America. Return is 35% on equity. Has a record of increasing its dividends. Trading at about 16.5 X earnings. Thinks it can grow in the 10/12% range.
BUY
Has new management, but is solid company and will continue to do well. Is currently a buying opportunity, if you have a long term view, and forsee growth in the US.
DON'T BUY
Has a fair bit of exposure to the consumer and he has tried to orient his portfolio taway from consumer oriented companies.
DON'T BUY
Have had a couple of things go against them and the stock has acted poorly lately. Its growth rate has been declining and its CEO left in July.
DON'T BUY
Had a tremendous rally over the 1st part of this bull market, the spring of 2003. A lot of that growth came out of the demand for the film that they use in LTD flat panel TV's. This has been slowing down. Also have a health division which is doing quite well.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick May 2/05. Down 7.5%.) Continuing to buy. No concerns over the longer term. Likes the exposure to global growth. Latest quarterly profits were down, but that's a short term noise.
BUY
Not a pure tech, but makes good use of technology in their products. Trading at pretty reasonable multiples.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick May2/05. Down 3%.) Stock came off with the CEO moving over to Boeing. Temporary. Continues to be well positioned to benefit from global growth. A couple of divisions in the health care sector are under analyzed and will make a major contribution.
TOP PICK
A great example of a company where the market over reacts on slightly disappointing news and it presents an opportunity to buy a stock at a good price and out away for the longer term.
TOP PICK
It's extrodinarily cheap at this price. "I would buy this thing blind at the current price"
BUY
(Top pick on Market Call Tonight Nov 1/04. Up 9%.) Still likes and continues to buy for new clients. Well diversified and well managed comany. Especially likes its exposure in Asia. Will benefit from a weaker US$.
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