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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Scotch Tape is a brand name used for pressure-sensitive tapes manufactured by 3M as part of the company's Scotch brand. Their magnetic recording tape products were also sold under the Scotch brand.

Scotch Tape

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3M Co. is a technology company, which manufactures industrial, safety, and consumer products. It operates through the following segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Health Care, Consumer, and Corporate and Unallocated. The Safety and Industrial segment consists of personal safety, industrial adhesives and tapes, abrasives, closure and masking systems, electrical markets, automotive aftermarket, and roofing granules. The Transportation and Electronics segment includes electronics, automotive and aerospace, commercial solutions, advanced materials, and transportation safety. The Health Care segment offers medical and surgical supplies, skin health and infection prevention products, oral care solutions, separation and purification sciences, health information systems, inhalation and transdermal drug delivery systems, and food safety products. The Consumer segment covers consumer healthcare, home care, home improvement, and stationery and office products, such as consumer bandages, braces, supports, respirators, cleaning products, retail abrasives, picture hanging, and consumer air quality solutions. The Corporate and Unallocated segment refers to special items and other corporate expense-net. The company was founded by Henry S. Bryan, Hermon W. Cable, John Dwan, William A. McGonagle, and J. Danley Budd in 1902 and is headquartered in St. Paul, MN.

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3M reports Q4 decline, focuses on innovation and cost efficiencies

3M's Q4 2022 performance saw declines in total sales but strong cost controls and inventory improvements, positioning the company for a focused 2023 outlook.
Despite challenges from inflation and market headwinds, 3M remains resilient through innovation, pricing actions, and strategic restructuring efforts.
Opportunities lie in consumer business improvements, market monitoring for pricing adjustments, and leveraging innovation to navigate industry shifts and drive growth.

3M plans workforce reduction and restructuring to drive growth

3M is taking strategic actions to improve performance through cost reduction and restructuring efforts. Despite challenges in certain markets, the company remains focused on high-growth opportunities and margin expansion post-restructuring. Leadership changes and a healthcare spin-off are part of 3M's growth strategies moving forward.

3M reports Q2 earnings in line with guidance, focuses on strategic priorities

3M navigated challenges with mixed performance but focused on strategic priorities. Confidence in pricing strategy and progress in restructuring and supply chain. Expectations for improvements in inflationary headwinds and Health Care business outlook.

3M reports solid Q3 earnings, eyes electronics market stabilization

3M delivered a solid performance in Q3, navigating challenges in consumer and electronics markets while capitalizing on strengths in automotive OEM business and Health Care segment progress. The company remains focused on proactive cost control, margin improvement, and cash conversion, with a positive outlook on the electronics market stabilization and potential growth in 2024.

3M reports robust Q4 performance and outlines strategic 2024 outlook

3M's Q4 2023 performance was strong, exceeding expectations despite challenges in organic sales and legal matters. The company's strategic focus on restructuring, margin expansion, and portfolio optimization positions it well for 2024. Opportunities for growth and efficiency through digital investments and supply chain optimization are key focus areas.

3M reports strong Q1 earnings, eyes growth in electronics market

3M's Q1 2024 performance reflects financial stability, growth post spin-off, and strategic focus on key markets and operational improvements.
While facing challenges in consumer sales and mixed industrial market outlook, the company is leveraging opportunities in electronics growth and market expansion.
With a strong capital allocation strategy, progress on PFAS transition, and focus on shareholder returns, 3M aims for sustainable growth and profitability.

3M excels in Q2 with 40% EPS growth and strategic focus on innovation and operational efficiency

3M's Q2 performance reflects strong financials and operational efficiency. The company's strategic focus on innovation, pricing, and portfolio optimization positions it for long-term growth. Challenges in consumer spending and operational factors require attention, while opportunities in lean practices, market expansion, and innovation are key for future success.

3M (MMM) reports strong Q3 earnings, focuses on growth strategies

3M's Q3 performance reflects growth in EPS, revenue, and operational margins, with raised full-year guidance.
Efforts to enhance operational efficiency, customer service, and shareholder value are key strengths.
Challenges in supply chain management and forecast accuracy require analytical tools and strategic portfolio adjustments.
Opportunities lie in consistent growth, R&D advancements, and leveraging technology for market differentiation.

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Shares of 3M Co. extended their bounce Friday, after a long-time bearish analyst said investors should stop selling, as the recent “derating” in price suggests all litigation liability has already been fully priced in.

3M stock extends bounce after UBS recommends investors stop selling, saying sentiment is ‘washed out'

The few cases that have already been tried have awarded average damages of $26 million. The case still has 230,000 military veterans awaiting their turn in court.

More Bad Courtroom News For 3M -- What Might it Mean for Investors?

Even patient investors in 3M lost patience after the latest updates on the company's lawsuits.

Why 3M Stock Plunged in August and May Not Recover Soon

3M (MMM) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.

3M (MMM) Moves 3.4% Higher: Will This Strength Last?

ST. PAUL, Minn. , Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3M Health Information Systems (3M HIS) division has achieved fully authorized Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) status for its 3M RevCycle health services platform (RHSP).

3M Health Information Systems division secures key federal government clearance for platform IT and security

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $MMM #NYTop100--Newman Ferrara LLP announced today that the firm is conducting investigations on behalf of shareholders of 3M Company (NYSE: MMM) (“3M” or the “Company”). The investigations concern whether certain of 3M's officers and directors breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders, by, among other things: (i) engaging in self-dealing; (ii) affirmatively approving transactions that harmed 3M; and (iii) failing to provide sufficient oversight of the Company's business practi

Newman Ferrara LLP Announces Corporate Governance Investigations of 3M Company (MMM)

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Command™ Brand from 3M announced today the Command™ Large Organizing Caddy was named a Good Housekeeping 2022 Best Cleaning and Organizing Awards winner in the "Cleverest Clutter Busters" category.

Command Brand product named a Good Housekeeping 2022 Best Cleaning & Organizing Awards winner

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3M crashed 10% on August 27th on news that its legal maneuver to neutralize its earplug liabilities was rejected by a Federal judge. It's appealing the decision. The legal overhang could last for years, though the final settlement will almost certainly be far below the worst-case scenarios.

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today the final proration factor of 7.346065 percent in its split-off exchange offer to 3M stockholders in connection with the separation of 3M's food safety business and merger of Garden SpinCo Corporation ("SpinCo"), the 3M subsidiary holding the food safety business, with a subsidiary of Neogen Corporation.

3M Announces Final Proration Factor of 7.346065 Percent for Shares Tendered in Split-Off Exchange Offer

3M (MMM) faces a lawsuit from veterans to block its planned healthcare spinoff on concerns that the company might not be left with enough resources to pay for the damages caused by faulty earplugs.

3M's (MMM) Healthcare Spinoff Sees Roadblock from Veterans

Two U.S. military veterans on Thursday sued 3M Co to block its planned spinoff of its healthcare business, which they called an illegal attempt to avoid compensating veterans for hearing damage caused by the company's military-issue earplugs.

Veterans seeking earplug damages sue to block 3M healthcare spinoff

ST. PAUL, Minn. , Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today both the successful completion of its split-off exchange offer for 3M common stock in connection with the previously announced separation of 3M's food safety business and the closing of the merger of Garden SpinCo Corporation ("SpinCo"), the 3M subsidiary holding the food safety business, with a subsidiary of Neogen Corporation ("Neogen").

3M Finalizes Separation of its Food Safety Business and Merger of the Business with Neogen; Accepts Shares Tendered in Exchange Offer

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Neogen

3M MMM, -0.41% said Thursday it has received a total of about 214.2 million shares of common stock in its split-off exchange offer to shareholders to exchange their shares for shares of Garden SpinCo Corp. The exchange offer was part of the company's previously announced plan to spin off its healthcare business and create two listed companies. The SpinCo was created to hold the food and safety business ahead of a merger with a unit of Neogen Corp., which is expected to close later Thursday.

3M announces preliminary results of split-off exchange offer, expects Neogen deal to close later Thursday

ST. PAUL, Minn. , Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today the preliminary results of its split-off exchange offer to 3M stockholders to exchange their shares of 3M common stock for shares of common stock of Garden SpinCo Corporation ("SpinCo").

3M Announces Preliminary Results of Split-Off Exchange Offer; Intends to Accept Tendered Shares and Expects Closing of the Neogen Transaction Today

Job cuts are coming to 3M as the Minnesota-based company deals with challenges from potential legal liabilities to a slowing economy.

3M will cut jobs as part of a cost-savings plan: report

3M , the maker of Post-it notes and Scotch tape, plans to eliminate jobs in a cost-cutting drive as its legal woes worsen, according to a report from Bloomberg.A U.S. court on Friday denied a motion to move liability from faulty earplugs to one of the company's subsidiaries, which would have limited the size of the compensation the company may owe. It also is in trouble with the Environmental Protection Agency over chemicals it produced years ago being found in groundwater.

3M Plans Job Cuts to Rein in Expenses as Legal Troubles Grow

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Cathie Wood-led Ark Investment Management loaded up on 153,917 shares of precision medicine company CareDx Inc (NASDAQ: CDNA), via the ARK Genomic Revolution ETF (NYSE: ARKG

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ST. PAUL, Minn. , Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today the final exchange ratio of 6.7713 for its split-off exchange offer to 3M stockholders to exchange their shares of 3M common stock for shares of common stock of Garden SpinCo Corporation ("SpinCo").

3M Sets Final Exchange Ratio in Split-Off Exchange Offer in Connection with Neogen Transaction

The avalanche of lawsuits facing 3M (MMM) related to combat earplugs is set to move to trail as a U.S. judge denies injunction despite its subsidiary Aearo's bankruptcy case.

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