US Stocks: 3M lifts annual profit forecast on cost controls, price hikes
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- ✓Industrial conglomerate 3M lifted its full-year profit forecast on Tuesday after cost-control initiatives and higher prices supported margins.
- ✓The company now expects adjusted profit per share between $9.10 and $9.15.
- ✓Strong demand in data centers helped 3M, even as consumer spending stayed cautious.
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- Economic Times
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- India Economy
3M has revised its profit outlook for the year, expecting a boost in adjusted earnings per share. Their quarterly revenue reflects growth thanks to the safety and industrial segment. Strong industrial demand and sales increases in targeted markets are contributing factors. Despite hurdles in some consumer areas, 3M is successfully unveiling innovative products while focusing on improving customer service and operational efficiency for sustained growth.
Industrial conglomerate 3M lifted its full-year profit forecast on Tuesday after cost-control initiatives and higher prices supported margins, while its safety and industrial business remained resilient.
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