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3M Company(MMM)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MMM
10/19/2026: MMM (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
3M Company is a diversified global industrial manufacturer known for its wide portfolio of materials, safety, and consumer products. The company benefits from strong brand recognition and a legacy of R&D innovation, though it is currently undergoing significant restructuring to sharpen its focus. Its investment story is centered on operational improvement and successful portfolio management, offset by the challenges of managing environmental legal liabilities. While 3M has historically attracted dividend-focused investors, the stock is currently viewed as a complex turnaround situation. Investors should closely monitor the resolution of legacy litigation and the progress of the company's margin expansion initiatives.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | 3M is currently a mature, restructuring industrial company rather than a high-growth technology play. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is conditional on clear signals of successful margin expansion and the resolution of major legal overhangs. |
| Value investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The company may offer value potential if the market discounts the stock too heavily due to temporary legal liabilities. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Despite a recent reset, 3M remains committed to paying a sustainable dividend to its shareholders. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Legal and regulatory risks introduce volatility that may not suit the most conservative risk profiles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Legal news and restructuring updates frequently trigger sharp stock price movements. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The stock valuation remains sensitive to how the market prices long-term environmental liability settlements. |
| Competition risk (Industrial Conglomerates) | Medium | Increased pressure from leaner, specialized industrial competitors impacts pricing power. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company maintains a strong franchise of essential industrial and consumer products. |
| Dividend income | Medium | While consistent, the dividend yield has been adjusted and remains tied to cash flow stability. |
| Execution risk | High | Successfully executing a post-spin-off strategy while managing litigation is a complex management challenge. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 47.22% | Avg. Invested days 77 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/19/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 84.97B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 29.26 | 1Y Target Price 186.15 |
Price to earnings Ratio 29.26 | 1Y Target Price 186.15 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.0M shares | Beta 1.06 | 52 Weeks Range 138.02 - 184.09 | Updated Date 10/18/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 138.02 - 184.09 | Updated Date 10/18/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.83% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.63 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Safety and Industrial | Adhesives, abrasives, and PPE for industrial use. | This is the company's largest and most core operational engine for industrial demand. |
| Transportation and Electronics | Materials for automotive, display, and road safety. | Revenue here tracks with global automotive production and tech hardware trends. |
| Consumer | Scotch, Post-it, and Command brands. | These are household staples that provide consistent, though low-growth, cash flow. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-20 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.41 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.9% | Operating Margin (TTM) 20.35% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.74% | Return on Equity (TTM) 81.89% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 29.26 | Forward PE 17.83 | Enterprise Value 97.05B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.37 |
Enterprise Value 97.05B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.37 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.85 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.75 | Shares Outstanding 515.72M | Shares Floating 514.84M |
Shares Outstanding 515.72M | Shares Floating 514.84M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.1 | Percent Institutions 76.71 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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