3M: Q4 Earnings Beat Amid Legal Woes

3M posted earnings for Q4 2024 that topped expectations, but ongoing legal challenges persist and continue to weigh on results.3M (MMM 1.33%), the global conglomerate known for its innovative products in diverse sectors like healthcare and consumer goods, reported fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday, Jan. 21, that topped analyst estimates. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.68 slightly exceeded the analyst consensus of$1.66. Despite a 2% decline year over year, the earnings beat suggests a better-than- ...