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3M (NYSE: MMM) reported mixed first-quarter 2025 results with GAAP sales of $6.0 billion, down 1.0% year-over-year, while adjusted sales reached $5.8 billion with organic growth of 1.5%. The company's performance showed improved profitability with GAAP operating margin of 20.9%, up 180 basis points, and adjusted operating margin of 23.5%, up 220 basis points year-over-year.
Notable highlights include GAAP EPS of $2.04, up 61% year-over-year, and adjusted EPS of $1.88, up 10%. The company returned $1.7 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Operating cash flow was $(0.1) billion, with adjusted free cash flow of $0.5 billion.
3M updated its 2025 guidance, projecting adjusted EPS in the range of $7.60 to $7.90, with additional tariff sensitivity of $(0.20) to $(0.40) per share.
3M's FUTURO™ Brand has unveiled a redesigned collection of premium compression sleeves, focusing on enhanced comfort and functionality. The new line features sleek, low-profile construction with ultra-soft, four-way stretch fabric designed for all-day wear.
The collection includes three main products:
- Premium Compression Ankle Sleeve for mild tendonitis and swelling
- Premium Compression Elbow Sleeve with medial and lateral gel pads
- Premium Compression Knee Sleeve with removable metal stabilizers
The products feature no-cutout construction to reduce chafing and innovative comfort bands with silicone beading to prevent slipping. Available in multiple sizes on Target.com, the sleeves are designed for either left or right-side wear and fit discreetly under clothing.
3M's Filtrete Brand has launched the new Filtrete Refillable Air Filter Kit, featuring a reusable frame lasting up to 20 years and a collapsible filter with a 12-month lifespan. The innovative solution offers significant advantages:
- 75% reduction in storage space
- 20% reduction in disposable waste
- More affordable than traditional filters
- 42% higher microparticle capture rate than industry standard
The MPR 1550 (MERV 12) filters are certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® and are compatible with the Filtrete Smart App for maintenance tracking. The product is available at Amazon, Walmart, and Lowes in MPR 1550 (MERV 12) and MPR 1000 (MERV 11) variants.
3M (NYSE: MMM) has announced a key upcoming investor event for stakeholders. The company will host its first-quarter 2025 earnings conference call on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 8 a.m. CT.
The event will be accessible through a live webcast, with a replay option available afterward on 3M's Investor Relations website at http://investors.3M.com.
3M's Scotch-Brite, America's leading scrub sponge brand, has launched a new marketing campaign titled 'The Brite Side of Clean' featuring Outkast's hit song 'So Fresh, So Clean'. The campaign aims to transform cleaning from a chore into a feel-good experience.
The initiative includes a 30-second commercial and will be distributed across multiple platforms including connected TV (Hulu, Netflix, Prime, YouTube), digital displays, social media, in-store displays, and billboards. The campaign also features brand ambassadors called the 'Sparkle Squad' and includes a VIP event at Coachella.
The campaign launch is strategically timed for the spring-cleaning season, focusing on presenting cleaning as an act of self-care and positivity, particularly relevant as homes continue to serve as multifunctional spaces for work, play, and relaxation.
3M (NYSE: MMM) has announced an upcoming investor event at the J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference scheduled for Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The company's Chairman and CEO, William Brown, will deliver a presentation at 8:15 a.m. ET.
The event will be accessible through a live webcast, with a replay option available afterward on 3M's Investor Relations website at http://investors.3M.com.
3M (NYSE: MMM) presented its medium-term financial outlook at its 2025 Investor Day in St. Paul, Minnesota. The company outlined strategic priorities focused on sustainable value creation, highlighting initiatives for innovation and commercial excellence to drive growth.
Key financial targets include:
- Organic sales growth outperforming macro trends
- Operating margin target of ~25% by 2027
- High-single digit EPS growth annually
- Greater than 100% free cash flow conversion
- Commitment to return at least $10 billion in cash to shareholders over the outlook period
CEO William Brown expressed confidence in the company's new performance-based culture and 3M eXcellence operating system to capitalize on opportunities and deliver value for customers and shareholders.
Scotch Brand is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with the launch of "The Next 100 Project" in partnership with home solutions expert Jenn Todryk. Since inventing Scotch Masking Tape in 1925, the brand has expanded to over 1,000 varieties of adhesive products used across numerous industries.
To commemorate this milestone, Scotch Brand is hosting a -edition instant print camera giveaway from February 25 to March 31, 2025. Participants can enter by visiting Scotchbrand.com/Scotch100Giveaway and sharing what they plan to create using Scotch Brand Tape. Winners will receive the camera along with an assortment of Scotch products including Magic Tape, PROSharp Painters Tape, Gift-Wrap Tape, and Heavy Duty Packaging Tape.
"Innovation is rooted in exploration and discovery, and it is what continues to inspire us to bring new solutions to market every day," says Heather Green, president of Consumer Business Portfolio at 3M. The campaign aims to encourage creativity and celebrate the brand's history while looking toward future innovations.
Vention has launched its first turnkey robotic sanding solution, featuring a FANUC CRX-30iA collaborative robot, designed specifically for cabinetmakers and woodworkers. The Rapid Sanding Solution (RSS) comes with an intuitive touchscreen, laser-based panel measurement system, and up to eight sanding stations.
The solution is optimized for use with 3M Abrasive Solutions and includes pre-configured sanding patterns. With a compact footprint of 95 x 69 inches, it can handle panels ranging from 6.5 x 7.7 inches to 36 x 90 inches. The system is plug-and-play ready, requiring only standard 120V electrical outlets and air lines.
Early adoption success has been demonstrated at Fabridor, a Quebec-based cabinetmaker, which reported a 31% improvement in sanding efficiency. The product is available for sale now, with shipping scheduled to begin in May 2025.
3M (NYSE: MMM) announced significant changes to its Board of Directors and leadership structure. William M. Brown, current CEO, will become Chairman of the Board effective March 1, 2025, while Michael F. Roman will retire as Executive Chairman and Director, transitioning to Executive Advisor until his final retirement on May 1, 2025.
The company also announced that David P. Bozeman, President and CEO of C.H. Robinson Worldwide, has been elected to 3M's Board effective February 6, 2025, joining the Science, Technology and Sustainability Committee. Bozeman brings over 30 years of experience in supply chains, manufacturing, and digital operations from companies including Ford, Amazon, and Caterpillar.
Additionally, Amy E. Hood, who has served as a director since 2017, will not seek re-election at the 2025 annual shareholder meeting.
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