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3M Company (NYSE: MMM), originally known as Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing, is a global conglomerate that has been a pivotal innovator since its inception in 1902. The company excels in leveraging science and technology to create a diverse range of products that impact various sectors. As of the second quarter of 2024, 3M is structured into three core business segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, and Consumer. With nearly 50% of its revenue generated outside the Americas, 3M's Safety and Industrial segment leads in net sales.
3M is renowned for its robust research and development capabilities, which have led to significant innovations across multiple industries. Its portfolio includes tens of thousands of products such as adhesives, abrasives, laminates, and healthcare solutions, touching numerous consumer and end markets. The company’s recent achievements include the successful spin-off of its healthcare division into a new entity, Solventum, which began trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 'SOLV' in April 2024. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing both companies' focus on their core businesses and long-term growth strategies.
Financially, 3M has shown resilience with improved operational performance and double-digit adjusted earnings growth in the first quarter of 2024. The company also completed major legal settlements, including a $10.3 billion agreement with U.S. public water suppliers and a $6.0 billion settlement for Combat Arms Earplugs litigation.
In addition to its financial and strategic developments, 3M continues to invest in expanding its manufacturing capabilities. A notable example is the recent $67 million expansion of its Valley, Nebraska, facility, which is expected to create about 40 new jobs and increase production capacity for personal safety products.
3M’s commitment to innovation and safety is also evident in its efforts to combat counterfeit personal protective equipment (PPE). The company launched the 3M™ Verify app to help ensure the authenticity of its disposable respirators, thereby safeguarding workers' health and safety.
As a company that believes in the power of science to create a brighter world, 3M is dedicated to addressing global challenges and improving lives through its innovative solutions.
3M has announced a distribution agreement with Bemis Associates to distribute and convert 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Materials. This collaboration aims to enhance visibility for sportswear and activewear brands globally. The partnership combines 3M's expertise in reflective materials with Bemis's adhesive solutions, providing unique design capabilities for customers. By joining 3M's global converter network, Bemis will further expand its reach and offerings in the market. 3M continues to innovate in reflective technology, ensuring safety and visibility in low-light conditions.
3M Health Care has launched the 3M™ Harvest RC clarifier, utilizing proprietary fibrous chromatography media for enhanced recombinant protein therapeutic manufacturing. This innovative solution consolidates a traditionally multi-stage process into a single stage, improving monoclonal antibody (mAb) yields. The clarifier offers high recovery rates (>95%), reliable scalability, and reduced manufacturing costs. It supports upstream processes effectively, ensuring consistent effluent quality and simplifying operations for manufacturers. For further details, visit 3M.com/harvest.
3M (NYSE: MMM) has announced two upcoming investor events. The Bernstein's 37th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference will be held on June 3, 2021, featuring CEO Mike Roman at 8:00 a.m. EDT. The UBS Global Industrial and Transportation Virtual Conference will take place on June 8, 2021, with CFO Monish Patolawala speaking at 9:00 a.m. EDT. Both events will be webcast live, and replays will be accessible on 3M's Investor Relations website.
3M Food Safety has launched the 3M™ Environmental Scrub Sampler with a 10 mL Wide Spectrum Neutralizer, aimed at enhancing environmental microbial sampling in food manufacturing. This device, which received the AOAC® Performance Tested Method certification (#022104), allows effective sample collection and neutralizes various sanitizers. Key features include quick biofilm disruption, compatibility with 3M detection methods, and user-friendly design. The introduction addresses critical food safety testing challenges and supports clients' proactive monitoring strategies.
3M held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 11, 2021, emphasizing its response to the pandemic, strong financial performance, and commitment to sustainability. CEO Mike Roman highlighted the company’s efforts in innovation and productivity while navigating COVID-19 uncertainties. Shareholders elected 12 directors, ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers as the independent public accounting firm, and approved executive compensation. Proposals for target amounts for CEO compensation and transitioning to a public benefit corporation were not approved. Final voting results will be disclosed in a Form 8-K with the SEC.
The 3M Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $1.48 per share for Q2 2021, payable on June 12, 2021, to shareholders of record by May 21, 2021. This marks over 100 years of uninterrupted dividend payments to its shareholders. As of March 31, 2021, 3M had approximately 579.7 million common shares outstanding and 67,849 shareholders of record.
3M (NYSE: MMM) announced two upcoming investor events. The first is the Goldman Sachs Industrials & Materials Conference on May 13, 2021, where CFO Monish Patolawala will speak at 8:50 a.m. EDT. The second event is the Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference on May 26, 2021, with Patolawala presenting at 10:20 a.m. EDT. Both events will be webcast live and available for replay on 3M's Investor Relations website.
3M (NYSE: MMM) reported strong first-quarter 2021 results, with sales increasing by 9.6% year-on-year to $8.9 billion. The company achieved a 23% increase in GAAP earnings per share, reaching $2.77. Growth was observed across all business segments, particularly in Safety and Industrial, which saw a 13.7% sales increase. Additionally, 3M generated $1.7 billion in operating cash flow and returned $1.1 billion to shareholders. The company remains committed to ambitious sustainability goals, including achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
3M has won a legal case against MA MicroGrind GmbH for infringing on its German Utility Model and European Patent regarding precision grinding technology. The Mannheim District Court ordered MicroGrind to cease manufacturing and selling the infringing grinding wheels and to compensate 3M for economic losses. The ruling, issued on March 5, 2021, is not final as MicroGrind can appeal. 3M emphasizes its commitment to protecting its intellectual property in abrasive technology.
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