3M Rises 40.2% in a Year and Outpaces Industry: Should You Buy the Stock Now?

Key Takeaways MMM stock gained 40.2% in a year, outperforming the broader market and key industry peers. Safety and Industrial strength and aerospace momentum lifted Q125 unit sales by 2.5% and 1.1%, respectively. High debt, weak Consumer segment and premium valuation weigh on MMM's near-term investment appeal.3M Company’s (MMM) shares have gained 40.2% over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500’s growth of 9.4% and the Zacks Diversified Operations industry’s growth of 3%. The diversified technology co ...