3M Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

3M (NYSE: MMM) has announced a key upcoming investor event: the fourth-quarter 2024 earnings conference call, scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 8 a.m. CT. The event will be accessible via live webcast, with a replay option available for those unable to attend the live session. Interested parties can access both the live presentation and replay through 3M's Investor Relations website at investors.3M.com.

3M (MMM) and US Conec have announced a strategic licensing agreement for 3M™ Expanded Beam Optical Interconnect technology, aimed at addressing next-generation data center requirements. The collaboration merges 3M's advanced optical technology with US Conec's expertise in high-density connectivity systems.

The technology offers both single-mode and multimode configurations, featuring non-contact optical coupling that reduces maintenance needs and ensures reliable performance. US Conec will manufacture and supply products using this technology, focusing on hyperscale data centers and edge computing environments. The solution aims to minimize wear, reduce sensitivity to contamination, and help lower operational costs while maintaining signal integrity.

3M (MMM) announces its participation in CES 2025, showcasing innovations across four key areas under the theme 'uncomplicated'. The company will present solutions in consumer electronics, mobility, climate tech, and data centers, featuring collaborations with major brands like GM and Lenovo.

The company will host its exhibits in a 3,500-square-foot, two-story space, featuring daily product launches, including reusable Filtrete™ Air Filters and robotics innovations. The exhibition will include the Lab experience for hands-on demonstrations and daily thought leadership sessions with industry partners.

3M's showcase emphasizes its role as an 'uncomplicator', focusing on advanced material science solutions that address customer challenges in areas such as foldable phone displays, EV efficiency, and sustainable technologies.

3M (NYSE: MMM) has announced its upcoming 2025 Investor Day, scheduled for Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the company's global headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. CDT.

CEO William Brown, CFO Anurag Maheshwari, and other executive leadership team members will present the company's strategic priorities and business outlook, followed by a Q&A session. While in-person attendance is by invitation only, the event will be webcast live with a replay available on 3M's Investor Relations website.

3M corporate scientist Jayshree Seth is supporting the next generation of women in STEM through a scholarship program in partnership with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). The proceeds from her three-book series, 'The Heart of Science,' fund the Jayshree Seth Scholarship for Women of Color in STEM, which has awarded nearly $30,000 to five recipients to date.

Seth, who holds 80 patents and was appointed as 3M's first Chief Science Advocate in 2018, is using her position to advance science communication and promote diversity in STEM fields. The scholarship recipients include students pursuing degrees in biomedical, computer, chemical, and mechanical engineering at prestigious institutions like Georgia Tech and Johns Hopkins University.

Command Brand partners with Ayesha Curry to showcase four holiday decor trends at the Command Brand Holiday House in New York City. The trends include Cotswold Chic (natural materials with classic tartan), Hollywood Glamour (black and white with metallic accents), Winter White (all-white luxurious design), and Holiday Whimsy (colorful and nostalgic decor). The company introduces its first Edition Holiday Color Collection featuring Medium Hooks in seasonal colors and Designer Hooks in metallic finishes. The products are designed for damage-free holiday decorating, with options for both indoor and outdoor use.

3M (NYSE: MMM) has announced its participation in the upcoming Goldman Sachs Industrials and Materials Conference on December 5, 2024. CEO Bill Brown and CFO Anurag Maheshwari will deliver presentations at 8:40 a.m. ET. The event will be accessible through a live webcast, with a replay available on 3M's Investor Relations website at investors.3M.com.

3M (NYSE:MMM) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.70 per share for Q4 2024, payable on December 12, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 15, 2024. The company highlights its consistent dividend payment history spanning over 100 years. As of September 30, 2024, 3M reported 544,558,607 common shares outstanding and 57,636 shareholders of record.

3M (NYSE: MMM) reported strong third-quarter results for 2024, with sales of $6.3 billion, up 0.4% year-over-year. The company's GAAP EPS from continuing operations increased by 154% to $2.48, while adjusted EPS rose 18% to $1.98. 3M's adjusted operating income margin improved by 1.4 percentage points to 23.0%. Despite a cash outflow of $1.8 billion from operations due to significant litigation costs, the company generated $1.5 billion in adjusted free cash flow.

Based on strong year-to-date performance, 3M has raised its full-year 2024 adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $7.20 to $7.30, up from the previous forecast of $7.00 to $7.30. The company also updated its outlook for adjusted total sales growth to approximately 1% and adjusted organic sales growth to about 1% for the full year.