3M Company (MMM) Earnings Per Share (EPS): 5.19
Is 3M Company’s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
3M Company's earnings per share (EPS) of 5.19 is in line with its 5-year average of 5.14, near the high end of its 5-year range (-12.63–10.23).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 23.79% below its 12-month average of 6.81.
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MMM Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart
MMM Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
5.19
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM
6.81
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y
2.80
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y
5.14
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y
6.55
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y
7.82
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y
7.09
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-23.79%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+85.36%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+0.91%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-20.80%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-33.65%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-26.84%
MMM Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3M Company (MMM) | $84.43B | 5.19 | 6.81 | 2.80 | 5.14 |
| Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)vs › | $84.89B | 4.33 | 3.76 | 3.97 | 3.83 |
| CSX Corporation (CSX)vs › | $87.15B | 1.63 | 1.67 | 1.78 | 1.66 |
| Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)vs › | $88.41B | 10.73 | 9.58 | 8.61 | 7.71 |
| Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)vs › | $88.57B | 5.59 | 2.58 | 2.52 | 2.21 |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs › | $76.44B | 10.77 | 11.13 | 10.46 | 9.51 |
| United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)vs › | $92.91B | 6.18 | 6.66 | 8.60 | 8.45 |
| Cummins Inc. (CMI)vs › | $97.27B | 19.25 | 24.59 | 17.39 | 16.06 |
| Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs › | $70.71B | 4.74 | 4.17 | 3.65 | 3.22 |
| General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vs › | $98.47B | 15.90 | 14.73 | 13.48 | 12.76 |
EPS Comparison
Trailing EPS (TTM)
$5.19
Forward EPS (Est.)
$9.50
P/E Ratio
31.1
Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Why EPS matters:
- Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
- Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
- Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
- Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation
3M Company Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition
EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
3M Company Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ
- What is the earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 5.19.
- Is 3M Company's earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
- 3M Company's earnings per share (EPS) of 5.19 is in line with its 5-year average of 5.14, near the high end of its 5-year range (-12.63–10.23).
- What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 6.81.
- What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 2.80.
- What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 5.14.
- What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 6.55.
- What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 7.82.
- What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for 3M Company (MMM)?
- The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for MMM stock is 7.09.
3M Company Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
| DATE | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 6.04 |
| 2024-12-31 | 7.58 |
| 2023-12-31 | -12.63 |
| 2022-12-31 | 10.21 |
| 2021-12-31 | 10.23 |
| 2020-12-31 | 9.43 |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.92 |
| 2018-12-31 | 9.09 |
| 2017-12-31 | 8.13 |
| 2016-12-31 | 8.35 |
| 2015-12-31 | 7.73 |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.63 |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.83 |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.40 |
| 2011-12-31 | 6.05 |
| 2010-12-31 | 5.72 |
| 2009-12-31 | 4.56 |
| 2008-12-31 | 4.95 |
| 2007-12-31 | 5.70 |
| 2006-12-31 | 5.15 |
| 2005-12-31 | 4.18 |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.83 |
| 2003-12-31 | 3.07 |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.53 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.81 |
| 2000-12-31 | 2.25 |
| 1999-12-31 | 2.19 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.46 |
| 1997-12-31 | 2.57 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.82 |
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About 3M Company
3M Company operates as a global technology conglomerate with diverse interests. Its extensive operations are strategically divided into four primary business segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Health Care, and Consumer. The Safety and Industrial division supplies a broad array of products, including specialized abrasives and finishing tools for metalworking, automotive body repair kits, fastening systems for personal hygiene items, various masking and packaging materials, electrical components for construction, maintenance, and power distribution, strong structural adhesives and tapes, comprehensive personal protective equipment for respiratory, auditory, visual, and fall protection, and mineral granules for roofing shingles. Within the Transportation and Electronics sector, offerings encompass advanced ceramic solutions, specialized attachment tapes and films, sophisticated sound and temperature management systems for vehicles, high-quality large-format graphic films for advertising and fleet branding, optical films, electronic assembly solutions, robust packaging and interconnection technologies, and reflective materials crucial for highway and vehicle safety. The Health Care segment provides essential solutions such as food safety indicators, software for medical procedure coding and reimbursement, a wide range of products for skin and wound care, infection prevention, dental and orthodontic supplies, and advanced filtration and purification systems. Finally, the Consumer unit delivers an assortment of household and personal products, including bandages, braces, support devices, and personal respirators; various home cleaning supplies; retail-grade abrasives, paint accessories, DIY car care products, picture hanging solutions, and consumer-focused air quality improvements; along with a selection of stationery items. The company distributes its extensive product portfolio through both online platforms and a comprehensive traditional network, leveraging wholesalers, retailers, jobbers, distributors, and authorized dealers. This enterprise was founded in 1902 and maintains its corporate headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Conglomerates
- CEO
- William Brown