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Multinational science and technology company
3m.com- Headquarters
- St Paul, United States
- Founded year
- 1902
- Company type
- Public company
- Number of employees
- 65,000+
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Latest news about 3M
In short: 3M reported strong first-quarter 2026 financial results with adjusted earnings exceeding forecasts, despite facing new litigation and supply costs.
Company announcements
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3M reports first-quarter 2026 results
GAAP sales reach $6.0 billion, up 1.3% YoY; adjusted EPS rises 14% to $2.14. Reiterates full-year guidance.
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3M PELTOR headsets enable Artemis II communication
The crew used them during a 9-day lunar voyage. 3M congratulates them on the historic mission.
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3M PELTOR headsets enable NASA Artemis II communication
Crew uses ComTac VI headsets for clear voice transmission in noisy space environments. Previously, 3M products supported moon missions.
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3M acquires Madison Fire & Rescue
3M and Bain Capital form a joint venture with Scott Safety, receiving $700M cash. Transaction valued at $1.95B, closing in second half of 2026.
Media coverage
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3M sees higher costs related to Middle East conflict
May 6—3M Co., which has plants in Decatur, said in a recent earnings call that the conflict in the Middle East has increased supply costs...
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3M sued over PFAS contamination in the Village of Maine
M is facing another class action lawsuit in Wisconsin for allegedly contaminating drinking water supplies with PFAS.
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Worker sues 3M, alleges "wheelchair ramp" remark and firing after harassment report
A former 3M Coater Operator filed suit in federal court on April 30, 2026, accusing the company of disability discrimination, failure to accommodate, sexual harassment...
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‘Forever chemicals’ run deep at 3M’s Greystone site — and the fallout is just beginning
Wausau Pilot & Review Editor’s note: This is part of a series of stories documenting environmental contamination ...
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