
3M (MMM) Stock Forecast & Price Target
3M (MMM) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
3M has demonstrated consistent growth in its consumer segment, achieving four consecutive quarters of positive performance, driven by successful execution, new product launches, and enhanced advertising efforts. The company's adjusted operating margins have shown significant improvement, with a year-over-year increase of 120 basis points to 24.4%, exceeding prior forecasts, and organic sales rose by 3.2% in the third quarter of 2025, outperforming estimates. Looking ahead, 3M anticipates further expansion in segment-level operating margins by 100 basis points in 2026, supported by an enhancement in customer engagement and incremental revenue growth.
Bears say
The negative outlook on 3M's stock is primarily driven by disappointing performance in the Consumer segment, which experienced a decline of -2.2%, reflecting broader weakness in consumer spending and demand for roofing granules. Additionally, the company's guidance for 2026, while bracketing consensus, revealed disappointing margin expansion expectations linked to the rolling off of Solventum transition service agreements. Furthermore, ongoing PFAS litigation presents a looming risk, exacerbating investor concerns amid anticipated deceleration in market growth, particularly related to the housing and consumer electronics sectors.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of 3M and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
3M (MMM) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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