BlackRock (NYSE: MMM) holds 6.6% of 3M, 34.29M shares disclosed
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
SCHEDULE 13G/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
BlackRock, Inc. filed an amendment to a Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership in 3M Company common stock. The filing shows 34,291,537 shares beneficially owned, representing 6.6% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing itemizes sole voting power of 31,204,145 shares and sole dispositive power of 34,291,537 shares. The amendment is signed by a BlackRock Managing Director on 04/27/2026.
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Key Figures
Beneficially owned: 34,291,537 shares
Percent of class: 6.6%
Sole voting power: 31,204,145 shares
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6 metrics
Beneficially owned
34,291,537 shares
Amount beneficially owned as reported
Percent of class
6.6%
Percent of 3M common stock beneficially owned
Sole voting power
31,204,145 shares
Shares with sole power to vote
Sole dispositive power
34,291,537 shares
Shares with sole power to dispose of
Reporting date
03/31/2026
Date tied to the reported ownership amount
Amendment signature date
04/27/2026
Date the amendment was signed
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, beneficially owned, sole dispositive power, Reporting Business Units
4 terms
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Amendment No. 13 ) 3M COMPANY Common Stock"
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
beneficially owned financial
"Amount beneficially owned: 34291537"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
sole dispositive power regulatory
"Sole Dispositive Power 34,291,537.00"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
Reporting Business Units other
"beneficially owned by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units")"
FAQ
What stake did BlackRock report in 3M (MMM)?
BlackRock reported beneficial ownership of 34,291,537 shares, or 6.6% of 3M common stock. The Schedule 13G/A lists 31,204,145 shares of sole voting power and 34,291,537 shares of sole dispositive power as of 03/31/2026.
When is the ownership figure dated in the 3M filing?
The ownership amount is reported as of 03/31/2026. The amendment is signed on 04/27/2026 and reflects holdings attributed to certain Reporting Business Units of BlackRock under the referenced SEC release.
Is BlackRock identified as owning more than 5% of 3M common stock?
Yes. BlackRock is reported as owning 6.6% of the common stock. The filing also states that various persons have rights to dividends or proceeds, and no single other person holds more than 5% by the filing's disclosure.
What does 'sole dispositive power' mean in the filing for MMM?
'Sole dispositive power' indicates the ability to direct the sale of shares; here it is 34,291,537 shares. The Schedule 13G/A attributes dispositive and voting powers to BlackRock's Reporting Business Units per the filing language.