3M Exceeds Q1 2025 Revenue and Earnings Estimates

3M Co., traded under the NYSE symbol MMM, just released its first-quarter earnings for 2025, showcasing strong sales performance despite a slight year-over-year decline in revenue. The company exceeded analyst expectations for adjusted EPS, which reached $2.04, representing a significant increase compared to the previous quarter. Adjusted sales remained stable at $5.8 billion, reflecting modest organic growth of 1.5%. Despite this minor change, adjusted earnings per share saw an impressive 10% rise year-over-year, surpassing analyst forecasts of $1.75 per share.