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MMM Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

81.9%

Higher than 94% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 297h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

3M’s Return on Equity (ROE) of 81.9% means that, for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company generated about 82 cents of net profit over the trailing period.

Sector Performance

94th percentile

MMM

81.9%

Sector Median

13.9%

Sector Avg

-44.1%

Prior Period

71.5%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

3M’s Return on Equity (ROE) of 81.9% means that, for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company generated about 82 cents of net profit over the trailing period.

This is far above the Industrials sector median of 15.3%, placing 3M in the 95th percentile of its sector peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +14.5%, moving from 71.5% to the current 81.9%. The combination of an extremely high ROE with a recent quarterly increase points to strong current profitability, though the lack of a longer trend leaves sustainability unconfirmed. This elevated return could reduce equity risk from an earnings perspective, but it also invites scrutiny of whether such performance can continue. The metric supports a positive view on profitability, yet it does not override the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as other factors likely temper the stock’s outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about MMM?

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.

How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?

Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.

How does MMM's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?

MMM's Return on Equity (ROE) of 81.9% compares to a Industrials sector median of 13.9%, placing it in the 94th percentile.

Who are MMM's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest Industrials peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: AME (13.9%), ROP (13.1%), PWR (15.3%), XPO (19.9%), BLDR (2.5%).

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The Formula

Net Income / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.