3M sales increase this quarter

3M has reported a welcome boost in sales during Q2 2018.

Sales in 3M’s Consumer division were up 4.6 percent compared to Q1. Sales particularly grew in home improvement, stationery and office, and home care.

There was also a boost in sales in the U.S., Latin America/Canada, and Asia Pacific. 3M also reported strong organic growth of 6 percent across all business groups and geographic areas

Mike Roman, 3M chief executive officer, said: “Our team delivered record sales and a double-digit increase in earnings per share, while keeping our commitment to investing in our business and returning cash to shareholders.”

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