3M reports Q4 and Full-Year 2025 results

3M reported its fourth-quarter and full-year financial results for 2025 and unveiled its financial guidance for the full year 2026, highlighting continued growth despite challenging market conditions.

For the final quarter, 3M posted $6.1 billion in GAAP sales, up 2.1%, while adjusted earnings per share rose 9% to $1.83. Full-year revenue reached $24.9 billion, up 1.5%, with adjusted EPS of $8.06, a 10% increase. The company also expanded its adjusted operating margin to 23.4% and returned $4.8 billion to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.

Looking ahead, 3M forecast about 4% adjusted sales growth and adjusted EPS of $8.50 to $8.70 for 2026. Shares fell as investors weighed the guidance against broader economic uncertainty.

CEO William Brown said the results reflect improved execution and positioned the company for continued growth.

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